Houston to Fort Myers (IAH–RSW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–RSW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 860 miles in approximately 2h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, EK | 20 | 739 | 1h49-2h33 | Star Alliance | AC, EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Fort Myers from Houston
| Metric | IAH→RSW | HOU→RSW | LCH→RSW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 26m | 1h 42m | 1h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 66% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · RSW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Fort Myers.
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–RSW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to RSW
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to RSW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to RSW is about 2 hours 26 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 860 miles (1,384 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Lake Charles (LCH) and Austin (AUS).