Houston to Omaha (IAH–OMA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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–OMA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 783 miles in approximately 2h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM, EK, NZ | 42 | 320, 739, E75L, E7W | 2h07-2h26 | Star Alliance | CM, EK, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Omaha from Houston
| Metric | IAH→OMA | HOU→OMA | CLL→OMA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 63 | 15 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 21m | 1h 51m | 1h 31m |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · OMA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Omaha.
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–OMA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to OMA
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Eppley Airfield (OMA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to OMA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to OMA is about 2 hours 21 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 783 miles (1,260 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 64 return, totaling 127 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Nashville and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Lake Charles (LCH).