Houston to Richmond (IAH–RIC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–RIC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,156 miles in approximately 3h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 78 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 14 | E7W | 3h01-3h04 | Star Alliance | EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Richmond from Houston
| Metric | IAH→RIC | HOU→RIC | AUS→RIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 1m | 2h 29m | 4h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · RIC: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Richmond.
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–RIC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to RIC
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Richmond International Airport (RIC) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to RIC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to RIC ranges from 3 hours 1 minutes to 3 hours 4 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,156 miles (1,860 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
78 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).