Houston to Tucson (IAH–TUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–TUS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 934 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 86 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 29 | 319, 739, E75L, E7W | 2h35-2h55 | Star Alliance | EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tucson from Houston
| Metric | IAH→TUS | HOU→TUS | CLL→TUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 36 | 2 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 37m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · TUS: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Tucson.
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–TUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to TUS
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Tucson International Airport (TUS) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to TUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to TUS ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 934 miles (1,503 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 65 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
86 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MAF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).