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R16 745
Typical prices: R17 500-R22 353
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R10 830
Typical prices: R11 698-R18 949
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Mon 19/11
JNB - IAH • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Houston

 
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Recent return flight deals to Houston

Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 23:59Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 19m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:35 - 19:10Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 745Virgin Atlantic
2 days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
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21:20 - 17:17Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
27h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:35 - 19:10Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 878Virgin Atlantic
1 day ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:05Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
32h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:00 - 22:25Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 25m1 stop Istanbul
R17 145Turkish Airlines
13 hours ago
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 14:05Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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22:40 - 10:25Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 178British Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 19:05Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
32h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:55 - 22:25Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R17 178Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 14:05Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
16:50 - 10:25Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 212British Airways
2 days ago
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
Delta Logo
21:20 - 22:18Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston Hobby
32h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
17:35 - 19:10Houston  Houston Hobby-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 512Delta
1 day ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
21:20 - 14:11Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston Hobby
24h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:12 - 19:10Houston  Houston Hobby-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 528Delta
1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:27Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 27m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:57 - 18:35Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 38m1 stop Newark
R17 928United Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 13:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Houston Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 35m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines Logo
14:40 - 18:35Houston  Houston George Bush Intcntl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 55m1 stop Newark
R22 493United Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Houston

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What is the cheapest flight to Houston?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston is the cheapest route at R16 745 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Houston?

On average, a return flight from South Africa to Houston costs R19 145, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Johannesburg average R18 936, while Cape Town runs a bit higher at R19 244.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Houston?

Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Houston at R18 611 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at R20 361.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Houston with an average price of R17 262 return.
•May (R22 144) and June (R21 560) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Houston?

Night flights to Houston are the cheapest at R18 861 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at R21 960.

What is a good deal for flights to Houston?

Flights under R17 500 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Houston at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Johannesburg R17 181.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Houston?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Houston is Houston Hobby (HOU), with an average flight price of R16 614.

When are flights to Houston the cheapest?

Flights to Houston are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Houston

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R10 830
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights to Houston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Houston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Houston, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Houston is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Houston is around R17 500 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far are the airports serving Houston from the city centre?

    Houston is served by multiple airports. Houston Hobby is 14,3 km from Houston city centre and Houston George Bush Intcntl is 25,4 km from Houston city centre.

  • Which airports serve Houston?

    Flights to Houston arrive at: Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Houston?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Houston are from Johannesburg, starting at R16 745 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Houston?

    Last-minute fares to Houston (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 10% higher than the average return fare of R19 145.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Houston?

    Condor operates the most flights from South Africa to Houston at 0 per week, while Turkish Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Houston. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Houston and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Houston can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Your guide to booking Houston flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Houston, book around 20 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 31% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Houston, a good return fare is around R17 500. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Houston in February. Return fares historically average R17 262, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R3 099 on a return flight. Evening flights to Houston average R18 861 compared to R21 960 for morning flights.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Houston

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Houston? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1595 reviews
7,2Entertainment
8,4Crew
7,4Food
7,7Comfort
7,8Boarding
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I wanted to give them a five‑star rating across the board, but they lost my luggage, and that really affected the experience.

8,0 ExcellentNikola, Oct 2026
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I wanted to give them a five‑star rating across the board, but they lost my luggage, and that really affected the experience.

The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

I think I previously submitted my feedback about flight lead Katherine in a different field by mistake. Please see those comments. Comments for Hyd to AMS are it was good. The flight lead and service met expectations for satisfactory high quality service but the flight lead did not stand out as exceptional as did the leads on the other two flights so I don’t remember anything specific one way or the other besides the fact I was satisfied.

Flight lead was a gentleman with silver hair and he went out of his way to shake hands and interact with each passenger seated in business class. A medical emergency took place during our flight and he handled it with perfect poise and professionalism. He was gracious and confidently competent. Just what you want from a leader,

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

It was operated by Delta. Boarding took a long time. How difficult can it be? Overall decent trip. Liked the Salt Lake City airport. Better option than Chicago for transfers.

The food and drinks were good. Other than that airplane cabin and bathrooms were dirty and airplane was HOT.

I did not like 2 3 2seating. The food quality was declining. The appetizers were good. But the main course was limited and I had to send back my lamb chop which was too dry. The meal before landing was disappointing and not appetizing.

A lot of snacks and provided on request by traveller. Preferred meals which were on their menu were not always sufficient for those who wanted them. We were told 2 different items and offer which we asked for were not offered initially. We rejected the 3rd item given as a substitute for our initial choices which we didn't want and so we didn't accept it. Eventually our initial choice was offered. During service of coffee and tea, the crew member didn't offer us and moved back. Luckily neither of us wanted tea at that time. Crew members must avoid behavior that may be suggestive of discrimination

Online check in and seat assignments are terrible. All 4 flights

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

I use a wheelchair for mobility. Both in my flight from Houston and back to Houston from Istanbul, the Turkish airline staff asked that I claim my wheelchair at the luggage area. On arrival to Istanbul, parts of the wheelchair were in disarray at that time I raised no objection however upon claiming my wheelchair in Houston parts where outright missing. In both occasions, upon arriving in Houston and arriving in Istanbul, I asked multiple times why am made to pick up my wheelchair in the baggage claim rather than at the jet bridge. Getting the wheelchair at the jet bridge minimizes the probability of loosing parts because they can be hopefully reclaimed on the spot. I was told in Houston that a manager turned down my request to claim the wheelchair at the jet bridge in Houston. This is extremely frustrating because a wheelchair is not a set of clean underwear or a toothbrush- this is the way I move. A Turkish Arline staff took my complaint at the luggage claim area in Houston but as of the writing of this review the only contact I have received from the airline is because I initiated a claim rather than her as she told me she would.

Crew members, pilots and flight attendants are excellent. Beside, that, customer service is very lacking in all aspects of Turkish airlines

For me it was a good experience… thank you Turkish Airlines

American Airlines seats can be more comfortable and it would be nice if they have screens to watch movies instead of just on my phone.

My flight going to doha had economy seats that had a little more leg room. Coming back the leg room was not there. I'm 6'3" and my knees were against the chair in front of me. I couldn't slide my feet under the chair. The 15 hour flight felt like torture from the lack of sleep I was getting being so uncomfortable. Food and crew were great though.

Same as already mentioned. This was more comforting as I got my aisle seat for my knee.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

Suddenly Flight has been change by Qatar and there’s no information is there of us from Bom to Doha and counter person is behaving like Qatar owner next I will not buy Qatar and I will not suggest anyone to fly in Qatar

Staff was helpful. Flight was on time. Overall excellent experience. Thank you will fly again.

need to improve management and air hostess services. Rest of it’s OK.

At the Doha airport there were at least two security checks where all items have to be separately scanned ( this is after completing a full security screen from Cochin). The walk between terminals at Doha airport is tedious due to lack of in-airport transportation and staff to provide friendly directions. On flight, there was a good selection of entertainment movies. Interesting real time flight maps and camera feeds. Food, snacks and drinks could have been served more frequently. A few more items than the standard 3 meal items ( entree, fruit and yogurt) would have been good. A better staffing ratio and bathroom ratio would have made the trip more enjoyable.

Great flight and crew. Need more legroom and DO NOT allow seats to recline.

I dont like to buy ticket type no carry on because I can have along with me my personal stuff like computer, headphones etc etc

Flight was very smooth from Boston. But when we got to Houston, the gate was not open and we waited on the runway for over 30 min!!

It was very good. the food was varied and tasty, the movie was the same, maybe I would recommend changing the movie selection every month because my flight to Amsterdam was in September and I came back from Munich en October they are flights so long and we need something to see. But however I liked flying with United

Flight attendants need to know their plane. Seated in first row yesterday. The seat had about a 1 inch recline that was not adjustable. I don't appreciate being awakened to raise a seat that can't go any further forward and such a small recline is either irrelevant or the plane needs to be repaired. Not the way to treat any customer and especially the ones who have paid that level of money for the seats.

Flights was great, service and transit support was outstanding - but the food was limited and of poor quality - only a snack on the first hour for 2 hours 1/2 leg. and a light breakfast on the second 4 hour leg.

typical but they have finally enhanced the wifi on some UA flights. Boy, its such a huge improvement

I like the first class seat amenities like the phone charger on the armrest even though it didnt really work on mine and the partition between the seats. I also liked that there were additional places to stash things during the flight. The food I got was steak and it was really tough to cut with the knife. Chewy too. A little disappointed in that. I liked that your name is on the screen too. nice touch. great service overall.

Flight was on time, clean, etc. Despite connecting to your wi fi I was unable to use your app to watch entertainment.

Nothing, it was a fraudulent transaction. You probably should have caught that.

I have flown on British Airways, many many times and will continue to do so! Always the greatest service and staff!

Wonderful service and comfort. Attentive and careful. The food was also better than US carriers. Highly recommend

Had a plane! Have a plan! Have my luggage! 10 hours of travel turned into 50 hours. Good Lord!

The first leg of our booked flight was severely delayed, and by the time I could get to an agent to see about re-booking, it was impossible to arrive in time to board for the final leg to Reykjavik. We were flown by American Airlines to Heathrow but didn't arrive in time to take the British Airways flight. BA only flies once a day to Reykjavik, so we had to purchase an absurdly expensive flight through Icelandair out of Gatwick to arrive in time for an excursion that started at 9 a.m. the next day. Our luggage got lost in the meantime and wasn't found for several days.

God food! Although some of the snacks were not to my taste. Nice amenities in premium economy made for a comfortable flight. The pilot was able to make up about half the time we were delayed in the ground (we were delayed over an hour before takeoff due to a shortage of tugs) Nice movie selection for entertainment. We were last to board the second leg of our flight due to.complications during transfer from the first flight of our trip, but did manage to board in time. We really enjoyed the video presentation for flight safety. Hilarious gets your attention! Really nice, sufficient accommodations for overhead storage, didn't seem crowded or jam packed. I enjoyed being able to track the flight on my monitor. I was disappointed that there wasn't free WiFi during the flight, I thought that was a complimentary service but you had to pay extra. It felt like we were nickled and dimed on that one.

I was attacked in the Miami airport and the staff did nothing. On my flight from London to Miami one of the flight attendants screamed at me and demanded I keep my seat in the upright position at all times during the fight so the man behind me was comfortable for the flight. I will never in my life use British airways again

There might be more food options for people who can't eat so much starch/sugar/bread/rice. Meat, cheese, walnuts/pecans for snack, maybe jerky or other kinds of meat-based snacks would be better than bread and rice and sweets. I had an extra chardonnay, which was fine. The entertainment was great.

They cancelled our flight the morning of departure at 4:30am.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The seat configuration was as awful which meant no one had any privacy. The food was very good.

We flew business class. The staff was polite and responsive. The accommodations were comfortable and spacious. The area was clean.

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