Houston to Tuscaloosa (IAH–TCL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Tuscaloosa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
507 mi 1h 33m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and TCL, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to TCL.
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One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Other ways to reach Tuscaloosa from Houston

Nearby airports with service to Tuscaloosa National Airport.
Metric IAH→TCL HOU→TCL AUS→TCL
Distance from IAH 24 mi 140 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 1h 33m 1h 13m 2h 8m
Departure OTP 6%
Airports within 200 miles of IAH with service to Tuscaloosa National Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Tuscaloosa is 0 hours the same as Houston.
IAH: CDT · TCL: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Tuscaloosa.
Distance & Flight Time
507 mi / 815 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 33m.
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.

IAH–TCL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Tuscaloosa route.
Route details
Distance507 mi / 815 km
Flight time1h 33m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: IAH
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: TCL
IATA / ICAOTCL / KTCL
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation170 ft / 52 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to TCL flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tuscaloosa National Airport take approximately 1h 33m. The route covers 507 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AEX, TPA, DFW, RSW, AUS, FLL, PIE, IAD, MDW, MKE, ORD, ELP, VNY, SNA, OKC and BHM. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include HOU and 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 TCL

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to TCL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to TCL ranges from 1 hours 33 minutes. The route covers a distance of 507 miles (815 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via AEX. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).