Houston to Manzanillo (IAH–ZLO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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10:05 AM
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11:57 AM
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Houston to Manzanillo
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 946 mi 2h 52m nonstop -1h behind 9 1-stop hubs

IAH–ZLO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 946 miles in approximately 2h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore IAH Routes ZLO Routes IAH Live Flights ZLO Live Flights IAH Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IAH–ZLO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 2 E7W 2h52 73% Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
E7W Embraer E175 – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IAH to ZLO direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to ZLO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
SRQ ~6h 57m BUR ~7h 53m MIA ~8h 0m BNA ~8h 14m DFW ~19h 26m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
213
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → ZLO
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
Return
ZLO → IAH
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Manzanillo is 1 hour behind Houston.
IAH: CDT · ZLO: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Manzanillo.
Distance & Flight Time
946 mi / 1,522 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 52m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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.

Facts

IAH–ZLO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Manzanillo route.
Route details
Distance946 mi / 1,522 km
Flight time2h 52m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: ZLO
Full namePlaya de Oro International Airport
IATA / ICAOZLO / MMZO
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia_Banderas
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to ZLO flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Playa de Oro International Airport take approximately 2h 52m. The route covers 946 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IAH to ZLO. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SRQ, BUR, MIA, BNA, DFW, MEX, LAX, PHX and YYC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Manzanillo is 1 hour behind Houston.
Yes, return flights from ZLO 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 ZLO

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IAH to ZLO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to ZLO ranges from 2 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 946 miles (1,522 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SRQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.