International route
Cheap flights from Houston to London
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). 4,824 miles, 9h 15m nonstop.
IAH to LHR at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 4,824 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 9h 15mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- UAASVS3 airlinesUnited, Alaska, Virgin Atlantic
- Nonstop flights per day
- 5all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday20% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 6h aheadLondon vs Houston
Houston to London
Round trips from $431
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 6.
Cheapest month: January 2027
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Houston to London
3 airlines fly nonstop with 5 departures a day combined, plus 21 more with one stop.
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- VSVirgin AtlanticSkyTeamNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $75
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- EIAer LingusConnecting via SNN · first checked bag from $70
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamConnecting via MEX, GDL · first checked bag from $40
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YVR, YUL, YYC · first checked bag from $35
- AFAir FranceSkyTeamConnecting via CDG, ORY · first checked bag from $75
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldConnecting via DFW, CLT, ORD, MIA, PHX, PHL, DCA, JFK · first checked bag from $40
- OSAustrian AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via VIE · first checked bag from $75
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via MDE, SAL · first checked bag from $45
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via ATL, MSP, DTW, SLC, SEA, LAX, JFK, BOS, LGA · first checked bag from $35
- AYFinnaironeworldConnecting via HEL · first checked bag from $70
- FIIcelandairConnecting via KEF · first checked bag from $70
- AZITA AirwaysConnecting via FCO, MXP · first checked bag from $70
- B6JetBlueConnecting via JFK, BOS, MCO, LAX, SJU · first checked bag from $40
- KLKLM Royal Dutch AirlinesSkyTeamConnecting via AMS · first checked bag from $75
- LHLufthansaStar AllianceConnecting via FRA, MUC · first checked bag from $75
- NONorse Atlantic AirwaysLow-costConnecting via OSL · first checked bag from $80
- SKSAS Scandinavian AirlinesSkyTeamConnecting via CPH, ARN · first checked bag from $70
- LXSWISSStar AllianceConnecting via ZRH, GVA · first checked bag from $75
- TPTAP Air PortugalStar AllianceConnecting via LIS, OPO · first checked bag from $70
- VBVivaLow-costConnecting via MTY, MEX, GDL, CUN · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via GDL, MEX, TIJ, CUN · first checked bag from $45
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYZ · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- New York (JFK)AADLB63 airlines
- Mexico City (MEX)AMVBY43 airlines
- Guadalajara (GDL)AMVBY43 airlines
- Los Angeles (LAX)DLB62 airlines
- Boston (BOS)DLB62 airlines
Which airport should I use?
Houston has 2 airports and London has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other departure airports near Houston
Tips for this route
- United, Alaska and Virgin Atlantic all fly IAH to LHR nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $431; September 2026 is the most expensive at $607 and up, a difference of $176 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 20% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel.
- London is 6 hours ahead of Houston. Expect to lose 6 hours on the clock heading east, so an overnight or late-afternoon departure tends to arrive at a more usable hour.
Destination guide
London: The most-flown transatlantic route, for good reason
London is the busiest international destination from the US, with nonstops from more than 30 American cities into Heathrow and Gatwick. The museums are free, the theater is world-class and the Tube reaches everything — including Heathrow.
Best time to visit: May–June and September are mild with long days; July–August is warm and busy. December has Christmas markets and lights. January–March is cold and gray but fares can drop below $500 round trip.
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Search Houston to LondonHouston to London: common questions
How long is the flight from Houston to London?
A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to London (LHR) takes about 9h 15m gate to gate, covering 4,824 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from IAH to LHR?
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Virgin Atlantic operate nonstop flights from Houston (IAH) to London (LHR), with 5 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through JFK, MEX and GDL.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to London?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Houston (IAH) to London (LHR), starting at $431 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Houston to London flights?
Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Houston and London?
London is 6 hours ahead of Houston. IAH is on America/Chicago time and LHR on Europe/London time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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