Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Norfolk

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Norfolk International (ORF). It's 1,200 miles (1,932 km), about 3h 3m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
ORF
Norfolk International
🇺🇸 Norfolk, USA
Flight Time
3h 3m
Distance
1,200 mi
1,932 km
CO₂/pax
203 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → ORF
Flight Time
3h 3m
Distance
1,200 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Norfolk with one stop · direct emits 203 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH MSY (New Orleans) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 15m (304 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (940 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSY
1h 15m · 304 mi
View IAH to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → ORF
2h 17m · 940 mi
View MSY to ORF flights →
IAH ATL (Atlanta) ORF
Leg 1: 2h 6m (688 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → ATL
2h 6m · 688 mi
View IAH to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → ORF
1h 36m · 516 mi
View ATL to ORF flights →
IAH CHS (Charleston) ORF
Leg 1: 2h 29m (925 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (352 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → CHS
2h 29m · 925 mi
View IAH to CHS flights →
Leg 2
CHS → ORF
1h 19m · 352 mi
View CHS to ORF flights →
IAH JAX (Jacksonville) ORF
Leg 1: 2h 10m (816 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (542 mi) Total: ~3h 49m 🍃 276 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → JAX
2h 10m · 816 mi
View IAH to JAX flights →
Leg 2
JAX → ORF
1h 39m · 542 mi
View JAX to ORF flights →
IAH BNA (Nashville) ORF
Leg 1: 2h 1m (657 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (584 mi) Total: ~3h 51m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → BNA
2h 1m · 657 mi
View IAH to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → ORF
1h 50m · 584 mi
View BNA to ORF flights →

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ORF → IAH: Flights from Norfolk to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Norfolk?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Norfolk (ORF) takes approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 1,200 miles (1,932 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Norfolk?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Norfolk?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Norfolk?

The flight distance from Houston to Norfolk is 1,200 miles (1,932 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Norfolk?

At 3h 3m, 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 Norfolk?

Roughly 203 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,015 km.

Is the return flight from Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

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.