Houston to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (IAH–PWK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
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.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling from Houston
| Metric | IAH→PWK | HOU→PWK | AUS→PWK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 6 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 16m | 2h 31m | 2h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · PWK: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
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–PWK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to PWK
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
IAH to PWK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to PWK is about 2 hours 16 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 935 miles (1,504 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).