The style-savvy residents of America’s fourth-largest city and third-largest county (Harris) know that there’s no place quite like Houston.
With more than 2.2 million residents, the city attracts visitors and transplants with a wonderful mix of world-class arts, booming business, pro sports and award-winning cuisine.
As the rest of the country discovers what locals have known all along, Houston is finally enjoying the recognition it deserves. National headlines citing Houston as a must-visit appear on the regular, calling the city "the New Capital of Southern Cool" (GQ), and "the Houston dining scene is the most exciting it's ever been" (Food & Wine).
See for yourself, here in Houston, where much of daily life happens outdoors, thanks to mild, year-round temperatures. Take time to explore the eclectic, culture-filled neighborhoods, gallery spaces and attractions, which offer diverse flavors that can only be found here.
Houston – an ideal place for food-lovers
Countless cutting-edge chefs have made a home in Houston, where diners eat out more than residents of any other city. Here, you’ll find James Beard Award winners and internationally renowned chefs serving up innovative cuisine that frequently catches the attention of foodies in Mic.com, Food & Wine and Bon Appetit.
Venture Downtown during your stay and discover a thriving professional arts scene, with professional resident companies in ballet, opera, symphony and theater; only four other U.S. cities can say the same. And the nearby Museum District stakes its claim as the country’s fourth-largest, with 18 cultural powerhouses set within blocks of one another.
Relax in beautiful surroundings in Houston
Houston has its own version of Central Park, too, offering nearly 1,500 acres of green space in the heart of the city. Just inside "the loop," Memorial Park is home to a public golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, trails and more. Downtown, Discovery Green park is outfitted with WiFi, a farmers market, dog runs, fine dining and ice-skating during the winter—just one more of the 650-plus urban green spaces filling the city.
Not surprisingly, businesses also recognize the allure of Houston’s offerings. Twenty-five companies on the Fortune 500 list call the Energy Capital of the World home. Aeronautic research is unsurpassed at NASA headquarters—the facility responsible for putting the first man on the moon—and Texas Medical Center remains the largest in the world with 47 highly lauded research and treatment institutions.
Come. Live like a local for a few days and discover why Houston’s mix of international appeal and Southern charm have captured the imagination of tastemakers the world over.
Fly to Houston with Singapore Airlines
Fly non-stop between Manchester and Houston, Texas. Singapore Airlines operates five weekly flights non-stop flights to George Bush Intercontinental Airport Houston.
Experience the new A350 to Houston
Experience the new Airbus A350 on our non-stop flights from Manchester to Houston. Use your expiring KrisFlyer miles for a Texas getaway on the new A350. Fly from Manchester to Houston for only 34,000 KrisFlyer miles plus taxes when you book at singaporeair.com
In October 2016 Singapore Airlines launched its first ever transatlantic service between the United Kingdom and the United States. The new non-stop Manchester to Houston flight is the only direct service connecting Manchester with the state of Texas.
Why should you visit Houston? Houston is a city of distinction. It's the Energy Capital of the World and famously put the first man on the moon. Now, America's fourth largest city is staking its claim as the most exciting metropolis in the country. Houston is also a great location to start your Texas adventure. To discover more of what Houston has to offer visit our 'Discover Houston' section.
Flight Schedules from Manchester to Houston
Singapore Airlines operates five weekly non-stop flights from Manchester to Houston. SQ52 operates from Manchester to Houston on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Total travel time is 10 hours and 20 minutes.
SQ51 operates the return flight from Houston to Manchester on the same days of the week. Due to the jet steam effect the total travel is on the return is shorter at 8hours and 50minutes.
A350 Experience
Experience the new Airbus A350-900, when you fly from Manchester to Houston or from Manchester to Singapore. The A350 takes advantage of a number of technological advancements which make the aircraft quieter, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. The use of composite structures, a revolutionary wing design and new Rolls Royce engines combine to improve fuel efficiency by 25 per cent.
The A350 features our latest Next Generation Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy Class products.
Connections in Houston
Houston's geographic location makes it the perfect gateway to start your adventure into the United States and Latin America. Arriving into Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport you can connect onto more than 150 domestic and international destinations.
United States: New Orleans (1hr 10m), Dallas (1hr 5m), Miami (2hr 25m), San Antonio (1hr 5m), New York (3hr 30m)
Considering a fly-drive holiday? George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is 23miles north of Downtown Houston, Texas. The airport is located between Interstate 45 and Interstate 69/U.S Highway 59, inside the Houston city limits in the Aldine area, and is adjacent to Humble. It's a great place to start a fly-drive holiday. Popular destinations within driving distance include:
San Antonio (3-4hours)
Austin (2-3hours)
Dallas (3-4hours)
Louisiana (4-5hours)
Big Bend National Park (8-9hours
To find out more about holidays in Houston, call Acomb Travel now on 01904 782401 or call into 41 Front Street, Acomb, York.
