Houston to Baton Rouge (IAH–BTR) — 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–BTR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 253 miles in approximately 1h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM, EK, NZ | 84 | CR5, E145, E7W, ERJ | 1h06-1h15 | Star Alliance | CM, EK, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Baton Rouge from Houston
| Metric | IAH→BTR | HOU→BTR | LCH→BTR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 125 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 13m | 0h 40m | 0h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · BTR: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 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 United Airlines. With 125 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to BTR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to BTR is about 1 hours 13 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 253 miles (407 km). There are approximately 125 weekly flights outbound and 121 return, totaling 246 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Lake Charles (LCH) and Austin (AUS).