Houston to Guatemala City (IAH–GUA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–GUA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,107 miles in approximately 2h 54m. 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 | 21 | 738, 7M8, B38M | 2h43-2h53 | Star Alliance | AC | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Guatemala City from Houston
| Metric | IAH→GUA | AUS→GUA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 54m | 2h 43m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · GUA: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Guatemala City.
US passport holders enter Guatemala visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Guatemala is part of the CA-4 agreement with El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua, meaning the 90-day period is shared across all four countries. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, immigration stamps your passport after a quick review.
The 90-day CA-4 clock starts when you enter any of the four member countries and does not reset when crossing borders between them. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Dirección General de Migración in Guatemala City (fee: GTQ 200, about $26). Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán, and Tikal are the main draws. Spanish language schools in Antigua and around Lake Atitlán attract thousands of students year-round, with one-on-one instruction starting at $150 per week including homestay.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Guatemala City run about 2 hours 45 minutes on American Airlines and Avianca. Houston (IAH) to GUA runs about 3 hours on United. Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles also have direct service. Guatemala uses the Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ), trading at roughly 7.7 GTQ per $1. US dollars are accepted at tourist-oriented businesses but not universally. ATMs are common in cities and tourist towns. Card payments work at hotels and restaurants. Chicken buses (repurposed US school buses) are the cheapest transport at GTQ 5 to GTQ 25 per ride. Tourist shuttles between Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Flores (for Tikal) cost $15 to $50 per person.
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–GUA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to GUA
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and La Aurora International Airport (GUA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to GUA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to GUA is about 2 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,107 miles (1,782 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via El Salvador, Cancún and Mexico City Benito Juárez. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).