Houston to Midland (IAH–MAF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–MAF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 428 miles in approximately 1h 35m. 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 | 68 | 320, 738, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h29-1h39 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK, NZ | |
| CON CON | 1 | E45X | 1h09 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Midland from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MAF | HOU→MAF | AUS→MAF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 137 | 52 | 9 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 9m | 0h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MAF: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Midland.
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–MAF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MAF
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 137 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MAF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MAF is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 428 miles (689 km). There are approximately 137 weekly flights outbound and 144 return, totaling 281 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 Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).