West Palm Beach to Houston (PBI–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PBI–IAH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 954 miles in approximately 2h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: NZ | 12 | 738, 739, 7M8 | 2h29-2h54 | Star Alliance | NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from West Palm Beach
| Metric | PBI→IAH | FLL→IAH | OPF→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PBI | – | 42 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 13 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | 138 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 54m | 2h 30m | 2h 21m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PBI: EDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in West Palm Beach, 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.
PBI–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PBI to IAH
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PBI to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PBI to IAH is about 2 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 954 miles (1,535 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Miami (OPF) and Miami (MIA).