Kansas City to Houston (MKC–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MKC–IAH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 633 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | 2h52 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from Kansas City
| Metric | MKC→IAH | MCI→IAH | SGF→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MKC | – | 14 mi | 145 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 54 | 28 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 18m | 2h 12m |
Travel Essentials
MKC: EDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, it's 5:00 PM in Houston.
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.
MKC–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MKC to IAH
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MKC to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MKC to IAH ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 633 miles (1,018 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SGF. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI), Springfield (SGF) and Omaha (OMA).