Houston to Harlingen (IAH–HRL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–HRL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Global Crossing Airlines Inc. lead the route. The flight covers 295 miles in approximately 1h 19m. 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, CM, EK, NZ | 28 | E145, E75L, ERJ | 1h19 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK, NZ | |
| G6 Global Crossing Airlines Inc. | 1 | – | – | – | – |
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 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 84 | 41 | 35 |
| Flight time | 1h 19m | 1h 5m | 1h 5m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · HRL: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 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 United Airlines and Global Crossing Airlines Inc.. With 84 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to HRL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to HRL is about 1 hours 19 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 295 miles (475 km). There are approximately 84 weekly flights outbound and 100 return, totaling 184 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Austin Bergstrom, Dallas Fort Worth and Cancún. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).