Houston to Baltimore (IAH–BWI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–BWI is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,234 miles in approximately 2h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 120 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: NZ, VA | 22 | 738, 739, E7W | 2h37-3h08 | Star Alliance | NZ, VA | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 32Q | 3h12 | – | Y4 | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 4 | 32Q | 2h55 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Baltimore from Houston
| Metric | IAH→BWI | HOU→BWI | AUS→BWI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 84 | 31 | 27 |
| Flight time | 2h 17m | 2h 31m | 3h 10m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · BWI: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Baltimore.
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–BWI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to BWI
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 84 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to BWI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to BWI ranges from 2 hours 17 minutes to 3 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,234 miles (1,986 km). There are approximately 84 weekly flights outbound and 100 return, totaling 184 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
120 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DET. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).