Houston to Columbia (IAH–COU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–COU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 636 miles in approximately 1h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 1 | E75 | 1h59 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Columbia from Houston
| Metric | IAH→COU | HOU→COU | AUS→COU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 59m | 1h 42m | 1h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · COU: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Columbia.
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–COU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to COU
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Columbia Regional Airport (COU) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to COU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to COU is about 1 hours 59 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 636 miles (1,023 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).