Manila (Pasay) to Houston (MNL–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.

No direct rail from IAH. The METRO bus 102 (IAH Express) runs to downtown Houston's transit center (60–90 min, $1.25). Taxis to downtown Houston cost $50–70. Ride-hails pick up at the designated Rideshare zones outside baggage claim on the lower level.IAH has five terminals (A–E) connected by an underground tunnel with trams. Terminal D handles international arrivals. Rental car agencies are in a consolidated facility adjacent to Terminal C; a free IAH Connector bus runs between terminals and the rental car center. The Galleria / Uptown area costs $35–50 by ride-hail.

Humid subtropical climate. Hot, humid, and wet for much of the year. Summers are brutal (33–38°C) with high humidity and near-daily afternoon thunderstorms. Severe storms with hail and high winds regularly cause ground stops from April through September. Houston's flooding risk is significant. Heavy rain events, including tropical system remnants, have flooded airport roads, cutting off surface access even when the airport itself remains operational.

Winters are mild (5–18°C) with occasional ice storms. These are rare but highly disruptive when they occur. Hurricane season (June–November) requires monitoring for Gulf storms. October through March has the best flying weather.