Houston to Amarillo (IAH–AMA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–AMA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 517 miles in approximately 1h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ | 21 | E145, ERJ | 1h49-1h57 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Amarillo from Houston
| Metric | IAH→AMA | HOU→AMA | AUS→AMA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 47 | – | 8 |
| Flight time | 1h 56m | 1h 20m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · AMA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Amarillo.
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–AMA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to AMA
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Copa Airlines. With 47 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to AMA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to AMA is about 1 hours 56 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 517 miles (833 km). There are approximately 47 weekly flights outbound and 57 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Austin Bergstrom, Dallas Fort Worth and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).