Houston to Reno (IAH–RNO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Reno
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,528 mi 4h 12m nonstop -1h behind 41 1-stop hubs

IAH–RNO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,528 miles in approximately 4h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore IAH Routes RNO Routes IAH Live Flights RNO Live Flights IAH Delays RNO Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–RNO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 2 320 4h12 73% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IAH to RNO direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to RNO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
41
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
SAT ~4h 25m SCF ~4h 27m ABQ ~5h 7m ASE ~5h 30m BFI ~5h 51m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,505
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → RNO
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
Arriving
0%
Return
RNO → IAH
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays → RNO delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Reno from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Reno Tahoe International Airport.
Metric IAH→RNO AUS→RNO
Distance from IAH – 140 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 2 10
Flight time 4h 12m 1h 34m
Departure OTP 73% –
Austin (AUS) to Reno flights
Airports within 200 miles of IAH with service to Reno Tahoe International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Reno is 1 hour behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · RNO: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Reno.
Distance & Flight Time
1,528 mi / 2,459 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 12m.
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–RNO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Reno route.
Route details
Distance1,528 mi / 2,459 km
Flight time4h 12m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections41 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: RNO
Full nameReno Tahoe International Airport
IATA / ICAORNO / KRNO
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr4.8M
Elevation4,415 ft / 1,346 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to RNO flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Reno Tahoe International Airport take approximately 4h 12m. The route covers 1,528 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IAH to RNO. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAT, SCF, ABQ, ASE, BFI, MEM, SJC, AMA, BUR, DAL, MKE, JAC, LIT, MDW, RDU, MIA, PBI, SLC, ANC, ATL, PSP, DEN, DFW, PHX, SFO, ORD, PDX, SAN, LAX, LAS, SEA, OMA, AUS, SNA, FLL, GDL, JFK, FAT, SBA, CCR and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Reno is 1 hour behind Houston.
Yes, return flights from RNO to IAH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 RNO

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IAH to RNO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to RNO ranges from 4 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,528 miles (2,459 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).