Direct (nonstop) flights from Columbia to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Columbia Rgnl (COU) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 634 miles (1,020 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by American Airlines.

COU
Columbia Rgnl
🇺🇸 Columbia, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
634 mi
1,020 km
CO₂/pax
117 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
American Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
COU → IAH
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
634 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Columbia to Houston with one stop · direct emits 117 kg CO₂ per passenger

COU AUS (Austin) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (669 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (140 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COU → AUS
1h 45m · 669 mi
View COU to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → IAH
1h 6m · 140 mi
View AUS to IAH flights →
COU DFW (Dallas) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 54m (489 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COU → DFW
1h 54m · 489 mi
View COU to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
View DFW to IAH flights →
COU ORD (Chicago) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 34m (315 mi) Leg 2: 3h 1m (925 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COU → ORD
1h 34m · 315 mi
View COU to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → IAH
3h 1m · 925 mi
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COU DEN (Denver) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 21m (670 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (861 mi) Total: ~4h 54m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+163% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COU → DEN
2h 21m · 670 mi
View COU to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → IAH
2h 33m · 861 mi
View DEN to IAH flights →
COU CLT (Charlotte) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 15m (670 mi) Leg 2: 2h 53m (913 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
COU → CLT
2h 15m · 670 mi
View COU to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → IAH
2h 53m · 913 mi
View CLT to IAH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Columbia to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Columbia (COU) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 634 miles (1,020 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Columbia to Houston?

Just American Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Columbia to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: American Airlines.

How far is Columbia from Houston?

The flight distance from Columbia to Houston is 634 miles (1,020 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Columbia to Houston?

At 2h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 117 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 585 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Columbia also nonstop?

Check the IAH to COU route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia Rgnl for this flight?

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