Fort Worth to Houston (FTW–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FTW–IAH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 229 miles in approximately 23h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Houston from Fort Worth
| Metric | FTW→IAH | DFW→IAH | DAL→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FTW | – | 19 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 22 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 496 | 1 |
| Flight time | 23h 38m | 0h 39m | 0h 47m |
Travel Essentials
FTW: CDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Worth, it's 6:00 PM in Houston.
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.
FTW–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FTW to IAH
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines.
FTW to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FTW to IAH ranges from 23 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 229 miles (369 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via HOU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Dallas (DAL) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).