Cheap flights from Charlotte to Houston (CLT–IAH)

CLTCharlotte Douglas International Airport
United States
IAHGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
United States

American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines fly Charlotte to Houston (CLT–IAH) nonstop and back, a great-circle distance of 1,470 km (911 mi).

From
CLT
Charlotte
To
IAH
Houston
Nonstop
Yes · 3 airlines
Airlines
AA · F9 · UA
Cheapest fare found
$97 one-way
Distance
1,470 km (911 mi)
Time difference
Houston 1 hour behind
Most flights
American Airlines
Time in the air
2h 01m · 2h 02m back
On time (Touchdown Index)
77.3%
Flights a week
AA ~24 · F9 ~4
Aircraft seen
Boeing 737-800 · Airbus A321 · Airbus A321neo

Network data imported from airport and airline sources:· How we verify

Charlotte to Houston fares by month

Cheapest one-way fare found: $97 for October 2026 on Frontier Airlines, nonstop. Nonstop from $97.

  1. Oct ’26$97

Cheapest one-way fares per month of departure in the Aviasales price cache, found . Fares change by the hour: the live fare is shown when you search.

When to fly CLT–IAH

Days in Houston average 18–28 °C in February, March, April, October, November and December. Set your watch 1 hour back on landing at IAH.

Charlotte to Houston: frequently asked questions

Fares: Aviasales price cache, 8 October 2026; tracked flights between 6 September and 3 October 2026, from public ADS-B data.

How much is a flight from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)?

From $97 one-way, the cheapest fare found for October 2026 on Frontier Airlines, nonstop; nonstop from $97 (found 8 October 2026).

How long is the CLT–IAH flight?

2h 01m wheels-up to wheels-down, the median of 109 tracked flights; IAH–CLT took 2h 02m.

Which airlines fly CLT–IAH direct?

American Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines.

What is the time difference between Charlotte and Houston?

Houston is 1 hour behind Charlotte: a CLT departure at noon is 11:00 local time in IAH.

Is CLT–IAH usually on time?

77.3% of 220 CLT–IAH flights landed within 15 minutes of their usual time; 6.4% were over an hour late.

How many CLT–IAH flights a week?

American Airlines 24 and Frontier Airlines 4 each way.

What aircraft fly CLT–IAH?

Boeing 737-800, Airbus A321 and Airbus A321neo.

Houston to Charlotte: the return flight (IAH–CLT)

All 3 airlines also fly IAH–CLT nonstop.

The return takes 2h 02m in the air (median of 122 tracked flights).

Airlines flying CLT–IAH nonstop

AirlineUsually takes off (CLT time)TypeAllianceNotes
American Airlines AA08:34–20:28full-serviceoneworld—
Frontier Airlines F912:10–13:07low-cost——
United Airlines UA—full-serviceStar Alliance—

One-stop alternatives to flying CLT–IAH nonstop

One airline on both legs; check it's sold as one ticket.

  • Via Atlanta (ATL) with Delta Air Lines: 1,470 km (915 mi) flown, almost no further than nonstop.
  • Via Dallas (DFW) with American Airlines: 1,860 km (1,160 mi) flown, 27% further than nonstop.
  • Via Tampa (TPA) with Frontier Airlines: 2,080 km (1,290 mi) flown, 42% further than nonstop.
  • Via Orlando (MCO) with Frontier Airlines: 2,130 km (1,320 mi) flown, 45% further than nonstop.

CLT–IAH route map

Great-circle distance 1,470 km (911 mi). Illustrative route, not an actual flight track.

More from Charlotte and Houston

Other arrivals in United States

Also nonstop from CLT, nearest to IAH first (straight-line distance):

Explore the airlines’ route maps

Plan your arrival at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Departure

Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Charlotte Douglas (CLT), Charlotte. In our data, 11 airlines fly nonstop from CLT to 135 destinations.

View CLT airport guide →

Arrival

George Bush Intercontinental Airport

3 ways into Houston, fastest from 30 min:

  • METRO 500 Downtown Direct 30–40 min · $4.50
  • METRO bus 102 50 min–1h 30m
  • Taxi 30–50 min
Full IAH transport guide →

Weather in Houston vs Charlotte

Houston is warmer than Charlotte in every month, by 1–6°C; the biggest gap is in January (18°C against 11°C). In October it averages 28°C in Houston and 23°C in Charlotte.

Average daily high and low temperature in Houston, °C
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Houston18°20°23°26°30°33°34°34°32°28°23°19°
Charlotte11°14°18°23°27°31°32°31°28°23°17°13°

Average daily highs. Climate normals from Houston and Charlotte, North Carolina (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA), which cite the national weather services.

Onward from Houston

Places you can't fly to nonstop from CLT, but can from IAH — for a stopover or a second leg.

Related routes

Sources

  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations, checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations, checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01
  • en.wikipedia.org — airlines and destinations table (passenger), checked 2026-10-01

Flight tracking: adsb.lol community ADS-B data (CC0), 6 September – 3 October 2026. Times are median wheels-up to wheels-down; add taxiing for gate-to-gate.

Report a change — seen something different at the airport or on the airline's site? We re-check and log corrections publicly.