Houston to Indianapolis (IAH–IND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–IND is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 845 miles in approximately 2h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK, NZ, VA | 35 | 319, 7M9, E7W | 2h27-2h30 | Star Alliance | EK, NZ, VA | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Indianapolis from Houston
| Metric | IAH→IND | HOU→IND | CLL→IND |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 19 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 28m | 2h 15m | 1h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · IND: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Indianapolis.
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–IND Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to IND
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and American Airlines. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to IND Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to IND is about 2 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 845 miles (1,360 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 147 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Austin Bergstrom and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).