Toronto to Houston (YYZ–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
YYZ–IAH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,280 miles in approximately 3h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: OS, SN | 35 | 320, 7M8, B38M, BCS3 | 3h05-3h42 | Star Alliance | OS, SN | |
| UA United Airlines Also: NZ | 21 | 320, 737, 7M8 | 3h31-3h42 | Star Alliance | NZ | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from Toronto
| Metric | YYZ→IAH | YHM→IAH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYZ | – | 38 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 31m | 4h 36m |
| Departure OTP | 60% | – |
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 5:00 PM in Houston.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to IAH
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and United Airlines. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YYZ to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to IAH is about 3 hours 31 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,280 miles (2,060 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 61 return, totaling 135 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cleveland Hopkins, Cincinnati Northern Kentucky and Nashville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hamilton (YHM).