Houston to El Paso (IAH–ELP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–ELP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 666 miles in approximately 2h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 76 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, EK | 52 | E75L, E7W, ERJ | 2h04-2h16 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach El Paso from Houston
| Metric | IAH→ELP | HOU→ELP | AUS→ELP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 101 | 24 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 3m | 1h 45m | 1h 33m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · ELP: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in El Paso.
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–ELP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to ELP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and El Paso International Airport (ELP) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 101 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to ELP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to ELP ranges from 2 hours 3 minutes to 2 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 666 miles (1,072 km). There are approximately 101 weekly flights outbound and 112 return, totaling 213 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
76 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).