Direct (nonstop) flights from Baton Rouge to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Fld (BTR) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 253 miles (407 km), about 1h 27m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

BTR
Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Fld
🇺🇸 Baton Rouge, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
253 mi
407 km
CO₂/pax
47 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
BTR → IAH
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
253 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baton Rouge to Houston with one stop · direct emits 47 kg CO₂ per passenger

BTR AUS (Austin) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 40m (389 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (140 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BTR → AUS
1h 40m · 389 mi
View BTR to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → IAH
1h 6m · 140 mi
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BTR DFW (Dallas) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 42m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+194% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BTR → DFW
1h 42m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
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BTR ATL (Atlanta) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 38m (448 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (688 mi) Total: ~3h 56m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+400% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BTR → ATL
1h 38m · 448 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → IAH
2h 18m · 688 mi
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BTR GSP (Greenville) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 5m (600 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (837 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+519% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BTR → GSP
2h 5m · 600 mi
View BTR to GSP flights →
Leg 2
GSP → IAH
2h 35m · 837 mi
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BTR CLT (Charlotte) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 11m (675 mi) Leg 2: 2h 53m (913 mi) Total: ~5h 4m 🍃 319 kg CO₂ (+579% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BTR → CLT
2h 11m · 675 mi
View BTR to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → IAH
2h 53m · 913 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baton Rouge to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 1 hours and 27 minutes. The distance is 253 miles (407 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baton Rouge to Houston?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baton Rouge to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Baton Rouge from Houston?

The flight distance from Baton Rouge to Houston is 253 miles (407 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Baton Rouge to Houston?

At 1h 27m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Baton Rouge to Houston?

Roughly 47 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 235 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Baton Rouge also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Baton Rouge to Houston?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Fld for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.