Houston to Albuquerque (IAH–ABQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–ABQ is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 743 miles in approximately 2h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 39 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 34 | 737, 7M8, B38M, E75L | 2h27-3h32 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 21 | B38M, E75L, E7W | 2h32-2h42 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 2h33 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 7M8 | 2h33 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Albuquerque from Houston
| Metric | IAH→ABQ | HOU→ABQ | AUS→ABQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 27m | 2h 15m | 1h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · ABQ: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Albuquerque.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–ABQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to ABQ
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 69 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to ABQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to ABQ ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes to 3 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 743 miles (1,196 km). There are approximately 69 weekly flights outbound and 62 return, totaling 131 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
39 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ROW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).