{ "response": { "Key": "ATL-IAH", "orig": { "code": "ATL", "type": "airport", "city": "Atlanta", "fullCity": "Atlanta, Georgia", "airport": "Hartsfield Jackson Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "IAH", "type": "airport", "city": "Houston", "fullCity": "Houston, Texas", "airport": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "The nonstop flight from Atlanta to Houston is about 688 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 16 minutes. The return flight from Houston to Atlanta averages 2 hours and 12 minutes, a difference of only four minutes, so both directions take roughly the same time.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "Yes, Delta, United, and Frontier all fly nonstop from Atlanta to Houston (IAH). Delta operates 75 weekly flights, United 74, and Frontier 32, with departures spread throughout the day — all three run daily service. Frontier is the low-fare leader with a typical fare around $209, while Delta and United typically come in around $403 and $576 respectively.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Houston?", "answer": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) offers a full range of ground transportation to downtown Houston, about 23 miles south. Taxis, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, and pre-arranged limousines or sedans are available at designated curbside pick-up zones. The METRO 500 IAH Downtown Direct bus provides a direct mass-transit link to the city center. Rental cars are consolidated at an off-site center reached by a short shuttle ride, and hotel shuttles can be requested from baggage claim. Ride-share and taxi are the most-used options for their door-to-door convenience, while the METRO bus is the fastest dedicated public-transit choice.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/ground-transportation/", "title": "Ground Transportation | Airport Taxi, Uber, Lyft, Shuttle & Rent Car Houston", "time_published": "2026-01-23T19:44:20Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/?diff=597698305", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2014-03-01T18:21:06Z" }, { "url": "https://faa.gov/regulations_policies/orders_notices/index.cfm/go/document.information/documentID/1023367", "title": "Notice JO 7110.659 - Non-Intersecting Converging Runway Operations for George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport Traffic Control Tower and Houston Intercontinental Terminal Radar Approach Control (", "time_published": "2026-04-10T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Atlanta to Houston are January, February, and September, with average fares around $169–173, while December is the most expensive month at about $219 on average. March and June also trend pricier, averaging $210 and $203 respectively. The low season spans January, February, September, and August, and the high season covers May, June, March, and December.", "methodology": "This seasonal price baseline is a 365-day daily curve of typical round-trip fares for the route, precomputed monthly in-house from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive (the same data that backs the site), not a third party. For each calendar day we take a representative round-trip fare — a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings — and Gaussian-smooth the series so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. Thin and international routes are neighbor-filled: the seasonal shape is borrowed from the nearest dense routes (by origin-and-destination great-circle distance) with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings, so a sparse route still shows a plausible curve. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "For Atlanta to Houston, the optimal booking window is 3-6 weeks before departure, when fares average $124 and bottom out around $121 at 30 days out. Booking much earlier (5-6 months ahead) tends to cost significantly more, often $200+, while last-minute bookings within a week also climb above $180. Summer and holiday periods typically push fares higher across all lead times, so aiming for that 3-6 week window is even more important during peak travel seasons.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. It expresses the typical round-trip fare as a function of how many days before departure a trip is booked — from about 180 days out down to the day of departure — aggregating the route's bookings by advance-purchase days and Gaussian-smoothing the curve the same way as the seasonal baseline. From that curve we highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare as the suggested booking window. Thin and international routes are neighbor-filled from the nearest dense routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "Yes, red-eye flights are available from Atlanta to Houston. Delta operates nightly departures at 10:50 PM, while Frontier flies red-eyes six days a week (Monday and Wednesday through Sunday) departing at 9:30 PM. Both flights land the same night, as the short two-hour hop means arrival is before midnight.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "Delta, United, and Frontier all fly nonstop from Atlanta to Houston. Delta operates about 75 weekly flights with a median fare near $403, while United runs 74 weekly with a median around $576. Frontier offers roughly 32 weekly flights and is the low-fare leader with a median around $209.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Atlanta and Houston?", "answer": "On this domestic route, non‑stop flights are plentiful and typically the fastest option, so connections are rarely needed. If you do connect, common hubs are Dallas/Fort Worth and Charlotte, both offering frequent onward flights and efficient transfers." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "On the Atlanta (ATL) to Houston (IAH) route, United has the best on-time departure rate at 84.2% with a 1.3% cancellation rate, Delta follows at 77.5% on-time departures and 1.1% cancellations, while Frontier trails at 59.1% on-time departures and 1.2% cancellations.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Houston?", "answer": "March to May and October to November offer pleasant temperatures and lower humidity, with fewer visitors than summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "You are flying domestically within the U.S., so no passport is required. Bring a Real ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification. Have a payment method ready for baggage fees, and check if any vaccination certificates are needed for your destination." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Houston?", "answer": "George Bush Intercontinental is the primary international hub and the best choice for most travellers. William P. Hobby Airport is closer to downtown and mainly serves domestic flights on Southwest Airlines." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Hartsfield Jackson Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to get from downtown Atlanta to Hartsfield-Jackson is the MARTA train, which runs directly from Five Points station to the airport in about 20 minutes for a low fare. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer door-to-terminal convenience at a higher cost, while taxis are also available but generally more expensive than ride-share. Shared-ride shuttles serve downtown for a fixed per-person fee and can be reserved in advance. Driving and parking at the airport is an option with several on-site lots, though it's the priciest choice and traffic can add time.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://atl.com/ground-transportation", "title": "Ground Transportation - The official website of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.atl.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-HJ_plane_Red-1000-180x180.jpg", "time_published": "2025-08-22T21:08:34Z" }, { "url": "https://www.atl.com/maps-3/", "title": "Terminal Maps - The official website of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.atl.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-HJ_plane_Red-1000-180x180.jpg", "time_published": "2022-01-25T20:26:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport%20station%20%28MARTA%29", "title": "Airport station (MARTA)", "time_published": "2026-03-29T17:37:22Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_station_(MARTA)", "title": "Airport station (MARTA)", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-06-05T09:05:51Z" }, { "url": "https://www.fly.faa.gov/fly/flyfaa/flyfaaindex?ARPT=ATL&p=1", "title": "Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Houston airport?", "answer": "Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has the Houston Airport Marriott as the only on-site hotel, located between Terminals B and C and accessible via the complimentary underground Subway train from all gates. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminals, but nearby hotels like the Sheraton North Houston offer free shuttle service. For a flexible stay, the Marriott also offers a Day Pass for access to a guest room and amenities without an overnight booking.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah", "title": "IAH Houston Airport | George Bush Intercontinental", "time_published": "2026-06-23T05:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/houston-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Houston Airport Guide (IAH) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-25T14:40:18Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hougi-sheraton-north-houston-at-george-bush-intercontinental/overview/", "title": "Houston IAH Airport Hotels | Sheraton North Houston", "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hougi-sheraton-north-houston-at-george-bush-intercontinental/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "Houston IAH Airport Hotels | Sheraton North Houston", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Bush%20Intercontinental%20Airport", "title": "George Bush Intercontinental Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:20:43Z" }, { "url": "https://fly2houston.com/iah/hotels", "title": "Houston Airport Marriott", "time_published": "2026-01-23T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on nonstop flights from Atlanta to Houston are the Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 MAX 8, operated by Southwest and United, along with the Airbus A319 and Embraer 175 on United. Several Southwest flights also show an unspecified type, which is typically another 737 variant. On one-stop itineraries, the same 737 family dominates the longer leg, often connecting through Dallas Love Field, Dallas/Fort Worth, or Chicago Midway on Southwest or American. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available across these fleets.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Atlanta?", "answer": "When departing from Atlanta, you have access to multiple Delta Sky Clubs located in every concourse, with the largest being the 24,500-square-foot club near Gate D18 featuring over 500 seats, Southern-inspired cuisine, and private phone booths. The Centurion Lounge in Concourse E offers amenities like a complimentary bar and seasonal menus, accessible to American Express Platinum Card members. In Concourse F, The Club ATL is available through Priority Pass and offers a comfortable space with pre-booking available. Minute Suites sleep pods are also available in Concourses B, E, and F for a quiet rest.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/ATL", "title": "American Express Lounges at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/atlanta-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "Hartsfield Atlanta (ATL) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/atlanta-ga-international", "title": "Hartsfield–jackson Atlanta International Airport ATL Lounges - ATL Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?a4ff481221414a5c", "time_published": "2024-11-05T16:20:09Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/ATL", "title": "American Express Lounges at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/atlanta-ga-international/atl11-minute-suites", "title": "Hartsfield–jackson Atlanta International Airport ATL Lounges - ATL Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on this domestic route varies by airline and fare class. Basic economy often excludes checked bags but includes a carry-on and personal item, while standard economy typically permits one checked bag for a fee. Premium fares or elite status may include free checked baggage." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Atlanta to Houston?", "answer": "On this domestic route, you'll typically find Economy and standard recliner First or Business class; flat-bed seats are uncommon and Premium Economy is not offered." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by carrier and fare class; flexible and premium tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not." } } } }