Orlando to Houston flights
Direct and connecting flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Orlando to Houston take?
Flight time from Orlando (MCO) to Houston (IAH) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Orlando to Houston?
Airline availability for MCO to IAH changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Orlando to Houston?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MCO to IAH varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- Spirit Airlines58
- United Airlines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 6 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Spirit Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MCO → IAH
MCO to IAH is a short-haul route of 1,372 km (853 mi). See the return IAH → MCO route.
Alternative airports near Orlando: Orlando (ORL) — 13 km, Kissimmee (ISM) — 20 km, Sanford (SFB) — 39 km.
Alternative airports near Houston: Houston (DWH) — 22 km, Houston (IWS) — 37 km, Houston (HOU) — 38 km.