Houston to Cincinnati / Covington (IAH–CVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–CVG is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 871 miles in approximately 2h 31m. 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, NZ | 32 | 319, 738, 7M9, E75L, E7W | 2h29-2h43 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 2 | 333 | 2h12 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| NH All Nippon Airways | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
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 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 29 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 31m | 2h 4m | 0h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 87% | – | – |
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 United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier, American Airlines and All Nippon Airways. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to CVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to CVG is about 2 hours 31 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 871 miles (1,402 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 51 return, totaling 108 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Austin Bergstrom and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS), Waco (ACT) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).