Houston to Georgetown (IAH–GEO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–GEO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,903 miles in approximately 6h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 4 | 7M8 | 6h12 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · GEO: -04
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Georgetown.
US passport holders enter Guyana visa-free for up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. At Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) near Georgetown, immigration stamps your passport after reviewing your documents.
The 30-day stay can be extended at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Georgetown for up to 6 months total. Each extension costs GYD 10,000 (about $48). Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America. Georgetown's wooden colonial architecture, the Demerara Harbour Bridge, and Kaieteur Falls (one of the world's tallest single-drop waterfalls at 226 meters) are the primary attractions. Kaieteur is reachable by charter flight from Georgetown in about 1 hour.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Georgetown run about 5 hours on Caribbean Airlines. New York JFK to Georgetown runs about 5 hours 30 minutes on JetBlue and Caribbean Airlines. Guyana uses the Guyanese dollar (GYD), trading at roughly 209 GYD per $1. US dollars are widely accepted, especially in Georgetown and at hotels. ATMs dispense GYD. Card payments work at hotels and larger restaurants but cash is king at markets and street vendors. Minibuses are the main public transport in Georgetown at GYD 100 to GYD 300 per ride ($0.50 to $1.50). Interior travel to the rainforest and savannahs relies on small aircraft and river boats.
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–GEO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to GEO
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to GEO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to GEO ranges from 6 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,903 miles (4,671 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via BGI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.