Newark to Houston (EWR–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–IAH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,398 miles in approximately 3h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 162 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ, OS, SN, TP | 100 | 739, 752, 764, 7M8, 7M9, B39M | 3h41-4h31 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ, OS, SN, TP | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | 32Q | 3h50 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Houston from Newark
| Metric | EWR→IAH | TEB→IAH | LGA→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 156 | 1 | 208 |
| Flight time | 3h 41m | 3h 11m | 3h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Houston.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
EWR–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to IAH
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 156 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to IAH ranges from 3 hours 41 minutes to 4 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,398 miles (2,250 km). There are approximately 156 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 290 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
162 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ECP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and New York (JFK).