Houston to Albany (IAH–ALB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–ALB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,481 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Albany from Houston
| Metric | IAH→ALB | HOU→ALB | AUS→ALB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 2h 54m | 2h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · ALB: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Albany.
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–ALB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to ALB
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Albany International Airport (ALB) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to ALB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to ALB ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,481 miles (2,383 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).