Veracruz to Houston (VER–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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VER–IAH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 751 miles in approximately 2h 5m. 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 | 7 | 737 | 2h | – | Star Alliance | AC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from Veracruz
| Metric | VER→IAH | PBC→IAH | OAX→IAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from VER | – | 142 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 10 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h 14m | 2h 46m |
Travel Essentials
VER: CST · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Veracruz, it's 7:00 PM in Houston.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
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.
VER–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VER to IAH
General Heriberto Jara International Airport (VER) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
VER to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VER to IAH is about 2 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 751 miles (1,209 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Mexico City Benito Juárez, Monterrey and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Puebla (PBC), Oaxaca (OAX) and Mexico City (NLU).