Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Vail

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Eagle Co Rgnl (EGE). It's 934 miles (1,503 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
EGE
Eagle Co Rgnl
🇺🇸 Vail, USA
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
934 mi
1,503 km
CO₂/pax
158 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → EGE
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
934 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Vail with one stop · direct emits 158 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH DEN (Denver) EGE
Leg 1: 2h 43m (861 mi) Leg 2: 58m (120 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DEN
2h 43m · 861 mi
View IAH to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → EGE
58m · 120 mi
View DEN to EGE flights →
IAH DFW (Dallas) EGE
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (720 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → EGE
2h 26m · 720 mi
View DFW to EGE flights →
IAH PHX (Phoenix) EGE
Leg 1: 3h 4m (1,008 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (513 mi) Total: ~5h 17m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → PHX
3h 4m · 1,008 mi
View IAH to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → EGE
2h 13m · 513 mi
View PHX to EGE flights →
IAH MSP (Minneapolis) EGE
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,034 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (789 mi) Total: ~5h 37m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+119% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSP
2h 52m · 1,034 mi
View IAH to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → EGE
2h 45m · 789 mi
View MSP to EGE flights →
IAH ATL (Atlanta) EGE
Leg 1: 2h 6m (688 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,311 mi) Total: ~5h 41m 🍃 374 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → ATL
2h 6m · 688 mi
View IAH to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → EGE
3h 35m · 1,311 mi
View ATL to EGE flights →

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EGE → IAH: Flights from Vail to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Vail?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Vail (EGE) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 934 miles (1,503 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Vail?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Vail?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Vail?

The flight distance from Houston to Vail is 934 miles (1,503 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Vail?

At 3h 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 Houston to Vail?

Roughly 158 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 790 km.

Is the return flight from Vail 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 Vail?

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.