Houston to Fort Myers (IAH–RSW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–RSW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 860 miles in approximately 2h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 103 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, EK | 24 | 738, 739, 7M9 | 2h13-2h27 | Star Alliance | AC, EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
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 | 37 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 13m | 1h 42m | 1h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
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 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to RSW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to RSW ranges from 2 hours 13 minutes to 2 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 860 miles (1,384 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 79 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Lake Charles (LCH) and Austin (AUS).