Houston to Lake Charles (IAH–CWF) — 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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
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–CWF had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 132 miles in 0h 45m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Lake Charles from Houston
| Metric | IAH→CWF | HOU→CWF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 0h 45m | 0h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · CWF: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Lake Charles.
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–CWF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to CWF
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Chennault International Airport (CWF) had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
IAH to CWF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to CWF is about 0 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 132 miles (213 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU).