Houston to Charleston (IAH–CHS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–CHS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 923 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 20 | 73G, E75L, E7W | 2h36-2h42 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Charleston from Houston
| Metric | IAH→CHS | HOU→CHS | CLL→CHS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | 6 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 15m | 1h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · CHS: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Charleston.
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–CHS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to CHS
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Charleston International Airport (CHS) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to CHS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to CHS is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 923 miles (1,486 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Nashville and Charlotte Douglas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).