Direct (nonstop) flights from Harlingen to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Valley International (HRL) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 295 miles (475 km), about 1h 23m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

HRL
Valley International
🇺🇸 Harlingen, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 23m
Distance
295 mi
475 km
CO₂/pax
55 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
HRL → IAH
Flight Time
1h 23m
Distance
295 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Harlingen to Houston with one stop · direct emits 55 kg CO₂ per passenger

HRL AUS (Austin) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (273 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (140 mi) Total: ~2h 16m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HRL → AUS
1h 10m · 273 mi
View HRL to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → IAH
1h 6m · 140 mi
View AUS to IAH flights →
HRL DFW (Dallas) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 40m (461 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HRL → DFW
1h 40m · 461 mi
View HRL to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
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HRL CUN (Cancun) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 8m (771 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (811 mi) Total: ~4h 41m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+478% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HRL → CUN
2h 8m · 771 mi
View HRL to CUN flights →
Leg 2
CUN → IAH
2h 33m · 811 mi
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HRL DEN (Denver) IAH
Leg 1: 3h 3m (1,022 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (861 mi) Total: ~5h 36m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+549% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HRL → DEN
3h 3m · 1,022 mi
View HRL to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → IAH
2h 33m · 861 mi
View DEN to IAH flights →
HRL MSP (Minneapolis) IAH
Leg 1: 3h 8m (1,310 mi) Leg 2: 3h 1m (1,034 mi) Total: ~6h 9m 🍃 421 kg CO₂ (+665% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HRL → MSP
3h 8m · 1,310 mi
View HRL to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → IAH
3h 1m · 1,034 mi
View MSP to IAH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Harlingen to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Harlingen (HRL) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 1 hours and 23 minutes. The distance is 295 miles (475 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Harlingen to Houston?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Harlingen to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Harlingen from Houston?

The flight distance from Harlingen to Houston is 295 miles (475 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Harlingen to Houston?

At 1h 23m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 55 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 275 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Harlingen 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 Harlingen 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 Valley International for this flight?

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