Houston to Anchorage (IAH–EDF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Anchorage
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 3,257 mi 6h 32m nonstop -3h behind 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and EDF, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to EDF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
108
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Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Anchorage is 3 hours behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · EDF: AKDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 3:00 PM in Anchorage.
Distance & Flight Time
3,257 mi / 5,241 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 32m.
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–EDF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Anchorage route.
Route details
Distance3,257 mi / 5,241 km
Flight time6h 32m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: EDF
Full nameElmendorf Air Force Base
IATA / ICAOEDF / PAED
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Elevation212 ft / 65 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to EDF flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Elmendorf Air Force Base take approximately 6h 32m. The route covers 3,257 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAH to EDF.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ORD, YYZ, BWI, PIT and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Anchorage is 3 hours behind 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 EDF

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Elmendorf Air Force Base (EDF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to EDF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to EDF ranges from 6 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,257 miles (5,241 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ORD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.