Houston to Philadelphia (IAH–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–PHL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,323 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 146 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: BA, EI, QR | 37 | 319, 320, 738, CR9 | 3h20-3h30 | Oneworld | BA, EI, QR | |
| UA United Airlines Also: NZ | 37 | 738, 73G, 7M8, 7M9, E7W | 2h48-3h38 | Star Alliance | NZ | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 9 | 32N, 32Q | 2h45-3h23 | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Houston
| Metric | IAH→PHL | HOU→PHL | LCH→PHL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 124 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 45m | 2h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Philadelphia.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
IAH–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to PHL
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. With 124 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to PHL ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,323 miles (2,129 km). There are approximately 124 weekly flights outbound and 100 return, totaling 224 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
146 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Lake Charles (LCH) and Austin (AUS).