Houston to Guadalajara (IAH–GDL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–GDL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Volaris and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 821 miles in approximately 2h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 35 | 737, 738, E7W | 2h23-2h30 | Star Alliance | AC | |
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 9 | 32Q, A20N | 2h20 | – | F9 | |
| VB Viva | 5 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Guadalajara from Houston
| Metric | IAH→GDL | HOU→GDL | AUS→GDL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 23m | 1h 53m | 1h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 44% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · GDL: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Guadalajara.
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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–GDL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to GDL
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Volaris, Viva and Aeromexico. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to GDL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to GDL is about 2 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 821 miles (1,321 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 85 return, totaling 141 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Monterrey, Puerto Vallarta and San Antonio. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).