Houston to San Pedro Sula (IAH–SAP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–SAP is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and GXA lead the route. The flight covers 1,109 miles in approximately 1h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 14 | 7M8, B38M | 2h35-2h36 | Star Alliance | – | |
| GXA GXA | 1 | 321 | 1h21 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · SAP: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in San Pedro Sula.
US passport holders enter Honduras visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Honduras is part of the CA-4 agreement with Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, meaning the 90-day period is shared across all four countries. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) in San Pedro Sula or Toncontín International Airport (TGU) in Tegucigalpa, immigration stamps your passport.
The 90-day CA-4 clock starts when you enter any of the four member countries and does not reset when crossing borders between them. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the immigration office in Tegucigalpa or San Pedro Sula. Roatán, Utila, and Guanaja (the Bay Islands) are the main tourist destinations, famous for affordable scuba diving on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. The Copán Ruins, a major Maya archaeological site, draw visitors to western Honduras.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to San Pedro Sula run about 2 hours 45 minutes on American Airlines and Spirit. Houston (IAH) to SAP runs about 3 hours on United. Roatán (RTB) has direct flights from Miami and Houston. Honduras uses the Honduran lempira (HNL), trading at roughly 25 HNL per $1. US dollars are accepted on the Bay Islands and at tourist businesses on the mainland. ATMs are common in cities. Card payments work at hotels and restaurants. Water taxis connect La Ceiba on the mainland to Roatán and Utila: the Roatán ferry costs about HNL 1,000 ($40) round trip and takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
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–SAP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to SAP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) are connected by nonstop service from GXA and United Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to SAP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to SAP ranges from 1 hours 21 minutes to 2 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,109 miles (1,785 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via JAX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.