Copenhagen to Houston (CPH–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CPH–IAH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Emirates leads the route. The flight covers 5,172 miles in approximately 9h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 1 | – | 9h37 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPH: CEST · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 11:00 AM in Houston.
Denmark is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Danish citizens must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before travel. The ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. An e-passport with a biometric chip is required.
The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.
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.
CPH–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPH to IAH
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CPH to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPH to IAH ranges from 9 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,172 miles (8,323 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via KEF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.