Houston to Calais (IAH–CQF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Calais
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4,934 mi 18h 7m nonstop +7h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and CQF, connecting options are available through 12 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to CQF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Calais is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · CQF: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Calais.
Distance & Flight Time
4,934 mi / 7,940 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 18h 7m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter France and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The EU's ETIAS travel authorization is expected to be required soon; register online before departure (€7, valid 3 years). Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from the Schengen zone.No customs duty on personal items. EU duty-free limits apply on goods purchased outside the EU.

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Getting to IAH

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.

Facts

IAH–CQF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Calais route.
Route details
Distance4,934 mi / 7,940 km
Flight time18h 7m
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: CQF
Full nameCalais Marck Airport
IATA / ICAOCQF / LFAC
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Elevation12 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to CQF flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Calais Marck Airport take approximately 18h 7m. The route covers 4,934 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BHM, BNA, SDF, VNY, SRQ, PBI, MDW, CLT, IAD, PHL, BWI and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Calais is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to CQF

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Calais Marck Airport (CQF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to CQF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to CQF ranges from 18 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,934 miles (7,940 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BHM.