Houston to Newark (IAH–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
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–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,398 miles in approximately 3h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ, OS, SN, TP | 71 | 739, 7M9, B39M | 3h15-4h05 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ, OS, SN, TP | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Houston
| Metric | IAH→EWR | HOU→EWR | AUS→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 120 | 1 | 52 |
| Flight time | 3h 38m | 3h 16m | 3h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
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.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
IAH–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to EWR
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. With 120 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to EWR is about 3 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,398 miles (2,250 km). There are approximately 120 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 254 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Philadelphia, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Cincinnati Northern Kentucky. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).