Houston to Monterey (IAH–MRY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Monterey
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,592 mi 3h 29m nonstop -2h behind 43 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and MRY, connecting options are available through 43 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to MRY.
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One-Stop Connections
43
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
810
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Other ways to reach Monterey from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Monterey Regional Airport.
Metric IAH→MRY HOU→MRY AUS→MRY
Distance from IAH 24 mi 140 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 7
Weekly flights 0 1 1
Flight time 3h 29m 3h 37m 3h 32m
Departure OTP 15%
Airports within 200 miles of IAH with service to Monterey Regional Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Monterey is 2 hours behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · MRY: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Monterey.
Distance & Flight Time
1,592 mi / 2,561 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 29m.
Getting to IAH

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–MRY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Monterey route.
Route details
Distance1,592 mi / 2,561 km
Flight time3h 29m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections43 hubs
Origin: IAH
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: MRY
IATA / ICAOMRY / KMRY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr0.6M
Elevation257 ft / 78 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to MRY flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Monterey Regional Airport take approximately 3h 29m. The route covers 1,592 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAT, VNY, ABQ, OAK, FAT, BUR, SNA, DAL, ELP, TUS, PSP, AUS, SLC, BFI, CPR, RNO, SJC, MEM, GEG, MSP, MKE, MDW, STL, TYS, RDU, PIT, ORF, MIA, IAD, BWI, PHL, BOS, SEA, DEN, SFO, PHX, LAX, SAN, DFW, LAS, ORD, PBI and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Monterey is 2 hours behind Houston.
Nearby alternatives include HOU and AUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to MRY

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to MRY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to MRY ranges from 3 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,592 miles (2,561 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).