Houston to Pittsburgh (IAH–PIT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–PIT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,117 miles in approximately 2h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 65 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 44 | 319, 320, 738, 73G, E7W | 2h21-2h55 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Pittsburgh from Houston
| Metric | IAH→PIT | HOU→PIT | AUS→PIT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 13 | 12 |
| Flight time | 2h 21m | 2h 45m | 2h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · PIT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Pittsburgh.
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–PIT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to PIT
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to PIT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to PIT ranges from 2 hours 21 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,117 miles (1,797 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 87 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
65 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).