Houston to Detroit (IAH–DET) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,097 mi 2h 11m nonstop +1h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and DET, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to DET.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
CLE ~4h 46m YYZ ~5h 26m MIA ~7h 3m PSP ~8h 42m
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → DET
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
92%
Return
DET → IAH
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Detroit is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · DET: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
1,097 mi / 1,766 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 11m.
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–DET Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance1,097 mi / 1,766 km
Flight time2h 11m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: DET
Full nameColeman A. Young Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAODET / KDET
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation626 ft / 191 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to DET flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport take approximately 2h 11m. The route covers 1,097 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAH to DET.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CLE, YYZ, MIA and PSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 1 hour 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 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 ranges from 2 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,097 miles (1,766 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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