Houston to Birmingham (IAH–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–BHM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 562 miles in approximately 1h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, NZ | 55 | CR2, E145, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h50-1h55 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, NZ | |
| EK Emirates | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Birmingham from Houston
| Metric | IAH→BHM | HOU→BHM | CLL→BHM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 90 | 16 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 54m | 1h 35m | 1h 16m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · BHM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham.
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–BHM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to BHM
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Emirates. With 90 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to BHM is about 1 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 562 miles (904 km). There are approximately 90 weekly flights outbound and 105 return, totaling 195 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Dallas Fort Worth and Nashville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).