Houston to Harlingen (IAH–HRL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–HRL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 295 miles in approximately 1h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 28 | E145, ERJ | 1h26-3h37 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 21 | E145, ERJ | 1h24-1h26 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 21 | E145, ERJ | 1h24-1h26 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | E145 | 1h26 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Harlingen from Houston
| Metric | IAH→HRL | HOU→HRL | AUS→HRL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 40 | 23 |
| Flight time | 1h 24m | 1h 5m | 1h 5m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · HRL: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Harlingen.
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–HRL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to HRL
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Valley International Airport (HRL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Copa Airlines, Emirates and United Airlines. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to HRL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to HRL ranges from 1 hours 24 minutes to 3 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 295 miles (475 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 140 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).