Las Vegas to Houston (LAS–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAS–IAH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,220 miles in approximately 2h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 178 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 73 | 738, 739, 7M9, B38M | 2h35-3h14 | Star Alliance | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 15 | 32Q, A21N | 2h57-4h05 | – | Y4 | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 7 | 32B, 32Q | 2h52-3h04 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Houston from Las Vegas
| Metric | LAS→IAH | PSP→IAH | SBD→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAS | – | 174 mi | 181 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 103 | 7 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 4m | 3h 4m | 2h 28m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAS: PDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas, it's 8:00 PM in Houston.
The airport is 5 miles from the Strip; ride-shares and taxis take 10–20 minutes from the Strip ($15–25). There is no rail link.The Las Vegas Monorail does not serve the airport. RTC bus Route 109 connects the airport to the Strip ($2, 20–30 min), but luggage handling is inconvenient. Hotel shuttles from major resorts are the most hassle-free option and often free for guests.
No direct rail from IAH. The METRO bus 102 (IAH Express) runs to downtown Houston's transit center (60–90 min, $1.25). Taxis to downtown Houston cost $50–70. Ride-hails pick up at the designated Rideshare zones outside baggage claim on the lower level.IAH has five terminals (A–E) connected by an underground tunnel with trams. Terminal D handles international arrivals. Rental car agencies are in a consolidated facility adjacent to Terminal C; a free IAH Connector bus runs between terminals and the rental car center. The Galleria / Uptown area costs $35–50 by ride-hail.
Humid subtropical climate. Hot, humid, and wet for much of the year. Summers are brutal (33–38°C) with high humidity and near-daily afternoon thunderstorms. Severe storms with hail and high winds regularly cause ground stops from April through September. Houston's flooding risk is significant. Heavy rain events, including tropical system remnants, have flooded airport roads, cutting off surface access even when the airport itself remains operational.
Winters are mild (5–18°C) with occasional ice storms. These are rare but highly disruptive when they occur. Hurricane season (June–November) requires monitoring for Gulf storms. October through March has the best flying weather.
LAS–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAS to IAH
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 103 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAS to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAS to IAH ranges from 2 hours 4 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,220 miles (1,963 km). There are approximately 103 weekly flights outbound and 115 return, totaling 218 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
178 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SAF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palm Springs (PSP), San Bernardino (SBD) and Ontario (ONT).