Houston to Fresno (IAH–FAT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Fresno
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,478 mi 3h 30m nonstop -2h behind 31 1-stop hubs

IAH–FAT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,478 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–FAT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 0 – – 100% Star Alliance –
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to FAT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,079
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fresno from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
Metric IAH→FAT HOU→FAT
Distance from IAH – 24 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 0 –
Flight time 3h 30m 3h 43m
Departure OTP 100% –
Houston (HOU) to Fresno flights
Airports within 200 miles of IAH with service to Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Fresno is 2 hours behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · FAT: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Fresno.
Distance & Flight Time
1,478 mi / 2,378 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 30m.
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–FAT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Fresno route.
Route details
Distance1,478 mi / 2,378 km
Flight time3h 30m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: FAT
Full nameFresno Yosemite International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAT / KFAT
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr2.6M
Elevation336 ft / 102 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to FAT flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport take approximately 3h 30m. The route covers 1,478 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BRO, VNY, APC, SCF, PSP, ABQ, MRY, SJC, TUS, RNO, OAK, SNA, RAP, IND, BNA, PBI, MLM, BOS, BJX, DEN, GDL, DFW, SLC, SFO, SEA, LAX, ORD, LAS, SAN, PHX and PDX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fresno is 2 hours behind Houston.
Nearby alternatives include HOU. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 FAT

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines.

IAH to FAT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to FAT ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,478 miles (2,378 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BRO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU).