Houston to Long Beach (IAH–LGB) — 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–LGB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,361 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TWY TWY | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | 32Q | 3h30 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Long Beach from Houston
| Metric | IAH→LGB | HOU→LGB | AUS→LGB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 12 | 13 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 15m | 2h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · LGB: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Long Beach.
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–LGB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to LGB
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Long Beach International Airport (LGB) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to LGB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to LGB is about 3 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,361 miles (2,190 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Austin Bergstrom and Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).