Houston to Mamburao (IAH–MBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between IAH and MBO, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mamburao from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MBO | AUS→MBO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 12h 21m | 10h 36m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MBO: PST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 AM (next day) in Mamburao.
US passport holders enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required. At Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Clark International Airport (CRK), or Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), immigration stamps your passport.
The 30-day visa-free stay can be extended at any Bureau of Immigration office for up to 36 months total without leaving the country. Each extension costs PHP 3,030 to PHP 4,410 ($52 to $76) depending on the length. The first extension adds 29 days. The Philippines has 7,641 islands. Palawan (underground river in Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron), Boracay (White Beach), Cebu (whale sharks in Oslob, Kawasan Falls), and Siargao (surfing at Cloud 9) are the top destinations. Domestic flights connect 80+ airports: Manila to Cebu takes 1 hour 20 minutes, Manila to Puerto Princesa takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Direct flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manila run about 14 hours 30 minutes on Philippine Airlines. San Francisco to MNL runs about 14 hours on Philippine Airlines and United. Direct service also operates from New York JFK, Guam, and Honolulu. The Philippines uses the Philippine peso (PHP), trading at roughly 58 PHP per $1. GCash and Maya are the dominant digital wallets, usable at stores, restaurants, and for transport. Grab operates in Manila, Cebu, and other cities. Jeepneys (repurposed military jeeps) are the main urban transport at PHP 13 ($0.22) minimum fare. Tricycles (motorcycle taxis with sidecars) handle short hops for PHP 20 to PHP 50. A meal at a local carinderia (food stall) costs PHP 60 to PHP 120 ($1 to $2).
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–MBO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MBO
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Mamburao Airport (MBO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
IAH to MBO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MBO ranges from 12 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,613 miles (13,860 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SCF. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).