Direct flights from Kansas City to Houston
27 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from MCI to IAH.
Flight time: about 1h31m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Kansas City local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL740 | 6:24a | 1h37m | Mon |
| United UAL740 | 6:26a | 1h31m | Tue, Wed, Sat |
| United UAL740 | 6:40a | 1h31m | Thu, Fri, Sun |
| United UAL2228 | 8:34a | 1h42m | Thu |
| United UAL2228 | 8:38a | 1h34m | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat |
| United UAL2228 | 8:46a | 1h33m | Tue, Sun |
| Mesa ASH6124 | 2:59p | 1h27m | Wed |
| Mesa ASH6124 | 3:10p | 1h27m | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| Mesa ASH6113 | 6:31p | 1h27m | Mon–Fri |
| Mesa ASH6113 | 6:46p | 1h27m | Sun |
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Nonstop from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (IAH)
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) has 27 nonstop flights a week to Houston (IAH), operated by Mesa and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MCI and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Kansas City to Houston?
The nonstop flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (IAH) takes about 1h31m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Kansas City to Houston?
Driving from Kansas City to Houston takes about 11h 18m, covering roughly 736 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h31m.