3 airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (Houston).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport |
| United Airlines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | LAX Los Angeles International Airport | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
23 miles (37 km) from the city centre. 48.4 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | METRO Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct to the George R. Brown Convention Center | $4.50 one way |
| Bus | METRO Route 102 Bush IAH Express via Greenspoint and I-45 | $1.25 (local fare) |
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Houston is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Houston uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Houston guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 1,376 miles (2,215 km) between the airports.
Houston is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
METRO Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct to the George R. Brown Convention Center, $4.50 one way.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.