Houston to Detroit (IAH–DET) — 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–DET has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Detroit from Houston
| Metric | IAH→DET | AUS→DET |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 11m | 2h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 17% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · DET: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Detroit.
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–DET Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to DET
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
IAH to DET Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to DET is about 2 hours 11 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,097 miles (1,766 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).