Direct (nonstop) flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

3 airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 966 miles (1,554 km), about 2h 59m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

FLL
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International
🇺🇸 Fort Lauderdale, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 59m
Distance
966 mi
1,554 km
CO₂/pax
163 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Frontier Airlines +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
FLL → IAH
Flight Time
2h 59m
Distance
966 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
FLL → IAH
Flight Time
2h 59m
Distance
966 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
FLL → IAH
Flight Time
2h 59m
Distance
966 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston with one stop · direct emits 163 kg CO₂ per passenger

FLL MSY (New Orleans) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 6m (674 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (304 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → MSY
2h 6m · 674 mi
View FLL to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → IAH
1h 23m · 304 mi
View MSY to IAH flights →
FLL TPA (Tampa) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 5m (197 mi) Leg 2: 2h 32m (787 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → TPA
1h 5m · 197 mi
View FLL to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → IAH
2h 32m · 787 mi
View TPA to IAH flights →
FLL PNS (Pensacola) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 49m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 52m (488 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → PNS
1h 49m · 526 mi
View FLL to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → IAH
1h 52m · 488 mi
View PNS to IAH flights →
FLL MCO (Orlando) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 6m (177 mi) Leg 2: 2h 49m (854 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → MCO
1h 6m · 177 mi
View FLL to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → IAH
2h 49m · 854 mi
View MCO to IAH flights →
FLL JAX (Jacksonville) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (318 mi) Leg 2: 2h 38m (816 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FLL → JAX
1h 25m · 318 mi
View FLL to JAX flights →
Leg 2
JAX → IAH
2h 38m · 816 mi
View JAX to IAH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. The distance is 966 miles (1,554 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

Yes. 3 airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Houston?

The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is 966 miles (1,554 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

At 2h 59m, 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 Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

Roughly 163 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 815 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International for this flight?

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