Houston to Quito (IAH–UIO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
UA1002
UA United
B38M
6:39 PM
CDT TE
11:45 PM
-05
5h 6m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1004
UA United
7M8
11:45 PM
CDT TE
5:00 AM+1
-05
5h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA2083
UA United
B38M
12:35 AM
-05
5:50 AM
CDT
5h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA1005
UA United
7M8
7:25 AM
-05
12:40 PM
CDT
5h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Houston to Quito
1 carrier, 12 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 12 Flights/wk 2,362 mi 5h 6m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

IAH–UIO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,362 miles in approximately 5h 6m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–UIO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 12 7M8, B38M 5h06-5h15 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – UA
B38MUA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (12 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IAH to UIO direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
12
Outbound / wk
12
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to UIO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
826
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → UIO
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
UIO → IAH
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Quito is 0 hours the same as Houston.
IAH: CDT · UIO: -05

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Quito.
Distance & Flight Time
2,362 mi / 3,801 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 6m to 5h 15m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Ecuador visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 12-month period. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and proof of funds may be requested at immigration. The 90-day allowance cannot be extended without applying for a different visa type.

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–UIO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Quito route.
Route details
Distance2,362 mi / 3,801 km
Flight time5h 6m to 5h 15m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights12 out / 12 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: IAH
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: UIO
IATA / ICAOUIO / SEQM
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Passengers/yr6.5M
Elevation7,841 ft / 2,390 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to UIO flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport take approximately 5h 6m to 5h 15m. The route covers 2,362 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 12 nonstop flights per week from IAH to UIO. The return direction has about 12 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PBI, LGA, SAL, ATL, GUA, MIA, JFK, BOG, LIM, ORD, AMS, SJO, PTY, GRU, NLU and EZE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from UIO to IAH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 UIO

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IAH to UIO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to UIO ranges from 5 hours 6 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,362 miles (3,801 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via PBI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.