Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Baton Rouge

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Fld (BTR). It's 253 miles (407 km), about 1h 13m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
BTR
Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Fld
🇺🇸 Baton Rouge, USA
Flight Time
1h 13m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → BTR
Flight Time
1h 13m
Distance
253 mi

Alternative Routes

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

IAH AUS (Austin) BTR
Leg 1: 1h 4m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (389 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → AUS
1h 4m · 140 mi
View IAH to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → BTR
1h 25m · 389 mi
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IAH DFW (Dallas) BTR
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (382 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+194% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → BTR
1h 27m · 382 mi
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IAH ATL (Atlanta) BTR
Leg 1: 2h 6m (688 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (448 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+400% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → ATL
2h 6m · 688 mi
View IAH to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → BTR
1h 35m · 448 mi
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IAH GSP (Greenville) BTR
Leg 1: 2h 18m (837 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (600 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+519% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → GSP
2h 18m · 837 mi
View IAH to GSP flights →
Leg 2
GSP → BTR
2h 10m · 600 mi
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IAH CLT (Charlotte) BTR
Leg 1: 2h 36m (913 mi) Leg 2: 2h 22m (675 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 319 kg CO₂ (+579% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → CLT
2h 36m · 913 mi
View IAH to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → BTR
2h 22m · 675 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Baton Rouge (BTR) takes approximately 1 hours and 13 minutes. The distance is 253 miles (407 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Baton Rouge?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Baton Rouge?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Baton Rouge?

The flight distance from Houston to Baton Rouge 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 Houston to Baton Rouge?

At 1h 13m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

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