Houston to Cincinnati / Covington (IAH–CVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–CVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Emirates and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 871 miles in approximately 2h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 86 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | 739, 73G, 7M8, E75L | 2h23-2h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | 739 | 2h28 | – | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 2 | 333 | 2h12 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Cincinnati / Covington from Houston
| Metric | IAH→CVG | AUS→CVG | ACT→CVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi | 159 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 10 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 12m | 2h 24m | 0h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · CVG: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Cincinnati / Covington.
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–CVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to CVG
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to CVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to CVG ranges from 2 hours 12 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 871 miles (1,402 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 66 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
86 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via OKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS) and Waco (ACT).