Houston to Kansas City (IAH–MKC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–MKC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 633 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 4 | 738, 7M8 | 2h05-2h10 | Star Alliance | – | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Kansas City from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MKC | HOU→MKC | AUS→MKC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 1h 30m | 1h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 44% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MKC: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City.
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–MKC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MKC
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to MKC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MKC is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 633 miles (1,018 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall and Washington Dulles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).