Houston to Baton Rouge (IAH–BTR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–BTR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 253 miles in approximately 1h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 97 | CR2, CRJ, E145, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h09-1h22 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 28 | E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h12-1h13 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | E75L | 1h13 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Baton Rouge from Houston
| Metric | IAH→BTR | HOU→BTR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 132 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 9m | 23h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · BTR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Baton Rouge.
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–BTR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to BTR
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 132 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to BTR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to BTR ranges from 1 hours 9 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 253 miles (407 km). There are approximately 132 weekly flights outbound and 129 return, totaling 261 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 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).