Houston to Birmingham (IAH–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–BHM is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 562 miles in approximately 0h 36m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 44 | CR2, E145, E7W, ERJ | 0h36-1h54 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 21 | E145, E75L, ERJ | 1h53 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 14 | E7W | 1h52-1h53 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | E75L | 1h53 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Birmingham from Houston
| Metric | IAH→BHM | HOU→BHM |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 86 | 19 |
| Flight time | 0h 36m | 1h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · BHM: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 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 Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 86 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to BHM ranges from 0 hours 36 minutes to 1 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 562 miles (904 km). There are approximately 86 weekly flights outbound and 86 return, totaling 172 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via JAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU).