Houston to Edmonton (IAH–YEG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–YEG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,855 miles in approximately 4h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV | 7 | 319 | 4h40 | Star Alliance | AC, AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Edmonton from Houston
| Metric | IAH→YEG | HOU→YEG | AUS→YEG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | – | – |
| Flight time | 4h 38m | 3h 39m | 3h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · YEG: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Edmonton.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
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–YEG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to YEG
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to YEG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to YEG is about 4 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,855 miles (2,984 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Calgary and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).