Houston to Lubbock (IAH–LBB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–LBB is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 457 miles in approximately 1h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 28 | CR2, E145, E7W, ERJ | 1h49-1h50 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 28 | E145, E75L, ERJ | 1h49-1h50 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 14 | E75L, ERJ | 1h49-1h50 | Star Alliance | – | |
| EK Emirates | 7 | E75L | 1h49 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Lubbock from Houston
| Metric | IAH→LBB | HOU→LBB | AUS→LBB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 15 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 49m | 1h 35m | 1h 6m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · LBB: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Lubbock.
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–LBB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to LBB
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) 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 LBB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to LBB ranges from 1 hours 49 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 457 miles (736 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 73 return, totaling 150 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ROW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).