Houston to Columbus (IAH–OSU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Columbus
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 982 mi 1h 54m nonstop +1h ahead 27 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and OSU, connecting options are available through 27 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to OSU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Columbus from Houston

Nearby airports with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Metric IAH→OSU AUS→OSU
Distance from IAH – 140 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 1h 54m 1h 20m
Departure OTP 6% –
Austin (AUS) to Columbus flights
Airports within 200 miles of IAH with service to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · OSU: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Columbus.
Distance & Flight Time
982 mi / 1,581 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 54m.
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.

Facts

IAH–OSU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Columbus route.
Route details
Distance982 mi / 1,581 km
Flight time1h 54m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: OSU
Full nameThe Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
IATA / ICAOOSU / KOSU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Elevation905 ft / 276 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to OSU flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field take approximately 1h 54m. The route covers 982 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAH to OSU.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUS, TYS, IND, TUL, PIT, CLT, ATL, CHS, PWK, BNA, IAD, MSP, SAV, CVG, MCO, SRQ, TPA, RSW, PBI, FLL, EWR, JFK, SLC, LAS, SNA, BZN and STL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Columbus is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Nearby alternatives include AUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to OSU

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to OSU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to OSU ranges from 1 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 982 miles (1,581 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via AUS. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).