Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Harlingen

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Valley International (HRL). It's 295 miles (475 km), about 1h 24m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
HRL
Valley International
🇺🇸 Harlingen, USA
Flight Time
1h 24m
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 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → HRL
Flight Time
1h 24m
Distance
295 mi

Alternative Routes

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

IAH AUS (Austin) HRL
Leg 1: 1h 4m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (273 mi) Total: ~2h 14m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → AUS
1h 4m · 140 mi
View IAH to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → HRL
1h 10m · 273 mi
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IAH DFW (Dallas) HRL
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (461 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → HRL
1h 36m · 461 mi
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IAH CUN (Cancun) HRL
Leg 1: 2h 20m (811 mi) Leg 2: 2h 14m (771 mi) Total: ~4h 34m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+478% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → CUN
2h 20m · 811 mi
View IAH to CUN flights →
Leg 2
CUN → HRL
2h 14m · 771 mi
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IAH DEN (Denver) HRL
Leg 1: 2h 43m (861 mi) Leg 2: 2h 53m (1,022 mi) Total: ~5h 36m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+549% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DEN
2h 43m · 861 mi
View IAH to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → HRL
2h 53m · 1,022 mi
View DEN to HRL flights →
IAH MSP (Minneapolis) HRL
Leg 1: 2h 52m (1,034 mi) Leg 2: 3h 21m (1,310 mi) Total: ~6h 13m 🍃 421 kg CO₂ (+665% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSP
2h 52m · 1,034 mi
View IAH to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → HRL
3h 21m · 1,310 mi
View MSP to HRL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Harlingen?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Harlingen (HRL) takes approximately 1 hours and 24 minutes. The distance is 295 miles (475 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Harlingen?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Harlingen?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Harlingen?

The flight distance from Houston to Harlingen 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 Houston to Harlingen?

At 1h 24m, 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 Harlingen?

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

Is the return flight from Harlingen 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 Harlingen?

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.