Flights to Texas

A direct flight from London to Texas takes around 10 hours, though your journey may be slightly longer depending on the airport you’re flying into.

British Airways flies from London Heathrow to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Temperatures are scorching in Texas in the summer, so March and October tend to draw the most crowds thanks to a mix of pleasant weather, festivals and seasonal activites. Our low fare finder will help you find the cheapest time of year to visit, but search for flights outside of these busy months to see if you can save.

The best time to visit Texas depends on what you want to do on your trip. The state’s huge size means that the weather can vary depending on the region you’re in, with spots like the Guadalupe Mountains in West Texas and the Houston coastline feeling cooler than the cities. You might want to visit Austin to check out the music festivals in the spring and slip on your hiking boots and swimming costume in the summer.

Whatever your budget, you can have fun in Texas. Austin calls itself the Live Music Capital of the World and it’s a great place to enjoy gigs that range from pricier arena shows to bars where you only need to pay for your drinks. If you’re in Dallas, check out the many free or cheap-to-visit museums across the city, including the Dallas Museum of Art and the Latino Cultural Centre. The Miller Outdoor Theatre in Houston is an outdoor theatre that offers free shows, and you’ll find farmers’ markets across the state where you can gather ingredients for some home-cooked meals.

There’s so much to see and do in Texas. Your biggest challenge will be fitting it all in – you can escape the summer heat with a trip to Houston’s beaches, ride horses on country trails or visit the famous site of JFK’s assassination. Just make sure to give yourself plenty of time to explore so you don’t miss any of the highlights.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

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You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit the USA. However, you will need an ESTA, which permits travel to the US for 90 days or less. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of the listed areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.