Houston to Colorado Springs (IAH–COS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–COS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 809 miles in approximately 2h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 21 | E75L, E7W | 2h29-2h37 | Star Alliance | EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Colorado Springs from Houston
| Metric | IAH→COS | HOU→COS | CLL→COS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 12 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 37m | 2h 8m | 1h 39m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · COS: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Colorado Springs.
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–COS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to COS
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to COS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to COS is about 2 hours 37 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 809 miles (1,302 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Dallas Fort Worth and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT).