Which airlines fly to Houston?

When flying to Houston from South Africa, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: British Airways, United Airlines, KLM or Qatar Airways. Depending on what airport in South Africa you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

How long does it take to fly to Houston?

Flight times from South Africa to Houston vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Houston Hobby (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 05m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Houston is flying from Cape Town Intl to Houston Hobby, which will take roughly 22h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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20:50 - 17:59CPT-HOU

29h 09m2 stops

16:17 - 8:05HOU-CPT

31h 48m2 stops

R17 379American Airlines

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Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19

20:50 - 20:30CPT-IAH

31h 40m2 stops

16:42 - 8:05IAH-CPT

31h 23m2 stops

R17 379American Airlines

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Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19

20:50 - 11:05CPT-IAH

22h 15m1 stop

6:30 - 18:00IAH-CPT

27h 30m2 stops

R17 620United Airlines

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Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 31

19:45 - 15:45JNB-IAH

28h 00m2 stops

10:06 - 18:35IAH-JNB

24h 29m2 stops

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23:59 - 13:30JNB-IAH

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18:37 - 12:10IAH-JNB

33h 33m2 stops

R18 103KLM

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Mon, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 9

19:35 - 14:05JNB-IAH

26h 30m1 stop

21:45 - 7:35IAH-JNB

25h 50m1 stop

R18 603British Airways

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19:35 - 14:05JNB-IAH

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21:45 - 7:35IAH-JNB

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R18 741British Airways

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8:00 - 13:30CPT-IAH

37h 30m1 stop

16:05 - 5:50IAH-CPT

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R18 862KLM

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13:45 - 15:15JNB-IAH

33h 30m1 stop

17:45 - 15:35IAH-JNB

37h 50m1 stop

R29 448Qatar Airways

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Sat, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 20

16:10 - 15:15JNB-IAH

31h 05m3 stops

17:45 - 15:35IAH-JNB

37h 50m1 stop

R33 086Qatar Airways

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Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

20:50-17:59

2 stops29h 09m

Houston Hobby

Fri 19/12

16:17-8:05

2 stops31h 48m

R17 379

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

20:50-20:30

2 stops31h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 19/12

16:42-8:05

2 stops31h 23m

R17 379

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

20:50-11:05

1 stop22h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 31/12

6:30-18:00

2 stops27h 30m

R17 620

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

19:45-15:45

2 stops28h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/2

10:06-18:35

2 stops24h 29m

R18 017

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

23:59-13:30

1 stop45h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/1

18:37-12:10

2 stops33h 33m

R18 103

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

19:35-14:05

1 stop26h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 17/11

21:45-7:35

1 stop25h 50m

R18 603

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:35-14:05

1 stop26h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/11

21:45-7:35

1 stop25h 50m

R18 741

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

8:00-13:30

1 stop37h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 31/12

16:05-5:50

1 stop29h 45m

R18 862

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

13:45-15:15

1 stop33h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 20/12

17:45-15:35

1 stop37h 50m

R29 448

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

16:10-15:15

3 stops31h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 20/12

17:45-15:35

1 stop37h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

If you’re not able to fly to Houston in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Houston during November average around R17 552.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from South Africa is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as R17 505. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from South Africa to Houston on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R19 826. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Houston when you can find flight prices for as low as R17 952. Flying to Houston at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Houston are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of R19 624. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around R19 348 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from South Africa for as low as R17 620 on momondo.

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Summary info about Houston flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R11 724
Best Round-Trip Price	R17 379
Fastest flight time	26h 45m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Houston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 724 (Cape Town Intl to Houston George Bush Intcntl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Houston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R17 379 (Cape Town Intl to Houston Hobby).

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The fastest flight to Houston from South Africa takes 26h 45m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Houston George Bush Intcntl).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Houston, with a 5% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Houston

How far in advance should I book a flight to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from South Africa when booking 86 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around R19 348 when searching 86 days out.

Is there an alternative airport near Houston?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Houston is possible. If you are planning a flight to Houston, consider booking flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (26 km from Houston city centre), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (132 km from Houston city centre) or College Station Easterwood Field Airport (133 km from Houston city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Houston?

Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport has an average price of R17 930 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Houston. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Are there flights to Northshore?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to Houston Hobby if you want to reach Northshore. It is the nearest Houston airport (15,9 km away).

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Houston?

Prices for flights to Houston were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Houston?

There are 9 operators available for flights to Houston as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Houston?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Houston.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Houston may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Houston?

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Can I find flights to Houston with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Houston with this policy.

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