Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Midland

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Midland International (MAF). It's 429 miles (690 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
MAF
Midland International
🇺🇸 Midland, USA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
429 mi
690 km
CO₂/pax
79 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → MAF
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
429 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Midland with one stop · direct emits 79 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH AUS (Austin) MAF
Leg 1: 1h 4m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (295 mi) Total: ~2h 14m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → AUS
1h 4m · 140 mi
View IAH to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → MAF
1h 10m · 295 mi
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IAH DFW (Dallas) MAF
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (309 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → MAF
1h 23m · 309 mi
View DFW to MAF flights →
IAH DEN (Denver) MAF
Leg 1: 2h 43m (861 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (562 mi) Total: ~4h 37m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+265% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DEN
2h 43m · 861 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → MAF
1h 54m · 562 mi
View DEN to MAF flights →
IAH PHX (Phoenix) MAF
Leg 1: 3h 4m (1,008 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (579 mi) Total: ~4h 48m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+282% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → PHX
3h 4m · 1,008 mi
View IAH to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → MAF
1h 44m · 579 mi
View PHX to MAF flights →
IAH LAS (Las Vegas) MAF
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,221 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (795 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 378 kg CO₂ (+378% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → LAS
3h 30m · 1,221 mi
View IAH to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → MAF
2h 10m · 795 mi
View LAS to MAF flights →

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MAF → IAH: Flights from Midland to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Midland?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Midland (MAF) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 429 miles (690 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Midland?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Midland?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Midland?

The flight distance from Houston to Midland is 429 miles (690 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 Midland?

At 1h 40m, 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 Midland?

Roughly 79 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 395 km.

Is the return flight from Midland 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 Midland?

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.