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 26h on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Houston is flying from Cape Town Intl to Houston Hobby, which will take roughly 22h 23m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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19:25 - 13:40JNB-IAH

25h 15m1 stop

16:32 - 7:00IAH-JNB

31h 28m2 stops

R15 517American Airlines

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Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Jun 23

21:30 - 21:15CPT-IAH

31h 45m1 stop

9:54 - 19:15IAH-CPT

25h 21m1 stop

R15 942Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 5

21:30 - 21:15CPT-IAH

31h 45m1 stop

9:54 - 19:15IAH-CPT

25h 21m1 stop

R15 977Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 5

19:25 - 13:40JNB-IAH

25h 15m1 stop

15:30 - 7:00IAH-JNB

32h 30m1 stop

R15 994American Airlines

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Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Jun 23

19:25 - 13:40JNB-IAH

25h 15m1 stop

16:33 - 7:00IAH-JNB

31h 27m2 stops

R17 101British Airways

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Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 25

20:50 - 11:04CPT-IAH

22h 14m1 stop

8:00 - 16:10IAH-CPT

24h 10m2 stops

R17 322United Airlines

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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 5

20:50 - 15:26CPT-IAH

26h 36m2 stops

7:20 - 16:10IAH-CPT

24h 50m1 stop

R17 339United Airlines

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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 5

23:59 - 22:35JNB-HOU

30h 36m2 stops

13:06 - 22:05HOU-JNB

24h 59m2 stops

R18 003KLM

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19:05 - 13:10JNB-IAH

26h 05m1 stop

14:55 - 10:50IAH-JNB

35h 55m1 stop

R18 157Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 11

17:15 - 19:10CPT-IAH

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21:05 - 11:50IAH-CPT

30h 45m1 stop

R18 889Turkish Airlines

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JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:25-13:40

1 stop25h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 23/6

16:32-7:00

2 stops31h 28m

R15 517

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-21:15

1 stop31h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

9:54-19:15

1 stop25h 21m

R15 942

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-21:15

1 stop31h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

9:54-19:15

1 stop25h 21m

R15 977

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:25-13:40

1 stop25h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 23/6

15:30-7:00

1 stop32h 30m

R15 994

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:25-13:40

1 stop25h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 25/5

16:33-7:00

2 stops31h 27m

R17 101

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-11:04

1 stop22h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

8:00-16:10

2 stops24h 10m

R17 322

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-15:26

2 stops26h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

7:20-16:10

1 stop24h 50m

R17 339

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

23:59-22:35

2 stops30h 36m

Houston Hobby

Thu 26/2

13:06-22:05

2 stops24h 59m

R18 003

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:05-13:10

1 stop26h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/1

14:55-10:50

1 stop35h 55m

R18 157

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

17:15-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/2

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R18 889

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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 September is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Houston during September average around R17 407.

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 293. 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 586. 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 735. 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 387. 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 160 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 782 on momondo.

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Summary info about Houston flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R9 674
Best Round-Trip Price	R15 517
Fastest flight time	22h 00m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Houston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 674 (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 R15 517 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Houston George Bush Intcntl).

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The fastest flight to Houston from South Africa takes 22h 00m (Cape Town Intl to Houston George Bush Intcntl).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Houston, with a 6% 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 160 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 R16 014 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 November 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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