Houston to Chattanooga (IAH–CHA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–CHA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 686 miles in approximately 1h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 21 | CR2, CRJ | 1h50-2h13 | Star Alliance | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 1h29 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chattanooga from Houston
| Metric | IAH→CHA | HOU→CHA | AUS→CHA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 22 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 29m | 1h 39m | 2h 4m |
| Departure OTP | 12% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · CHA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Chattanooga.
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–CHA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to CHA
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to CHA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to CHA ranges from 1 hours 29 minutes to 2 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 686 miles (1,103 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 43 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).