Back Bay skyline across the Charles River from the Longfellow Bridge. Flights from Houston to Boston

Route guide

Cheap Flights from Houston to Boston

Compare partner fares from Houston IAH to Boston Logan, with the Terminal B check-in change at IAH and the Delta shuttle and SL3 at Logan.

IAH to BOS · 1,595 mi · 3h 59m est.

IAH to BOS
1,595 miles
3h 59m nonstop (estimated)
5 airlines in our fare results

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Houston to Boston flight insights

Average flight time

~3h 59m (estimated)

IAH → BOS

Cheapest cached price

$208

Checking live fares…

Last checked Oct 20, 2026

Planning a trip from Houston to Boston? The average flight time on this route is ~3h 59m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $208 (last checked Oct 20, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Houston to Boston covers a straight-line distance of about 1,595 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~3h 59m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

Houston to Boston at a glance

IAH to BOS is about 1,595 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Houston to Boston on Eazair
Origin	Houston (IAH)
Destination	Boston (BOS)
Average Flight Time	~3h 59m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$208
Fares Last Checked	Oct 20, 2026
Distance	1,595 miles (IAH to BOS)
Time in Boston	1 hour ahead of Houston
Airlines in our fare results	5

Local time in Boston is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Houston is on Central Time, Boston on Eastern Time.

Flight deals from Houston to Boston

From Houston, this page searches George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) departures to Boston Logan International (BOS). Houston Hobby (HOU) is a separate airport about 11 miles southeast of downtown, so check the departure code on each result. JetBlue, United, American, Delta and Frontier have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. In Boston, JetBlue lists Terminal C for domestic flights, American lists Terminal B, and Delta lists Terminals A and E.

Airport alerts say IAH's Terminal B ticketing lobby stays closed until late 2026, yet Gates B3 to B31 remain in use. With a Terminal B gate, you check in, drop bags and clear security at Terminal C, then ride the Skyway, which runs free inside security every 2 minutes. IAH lists TSA PreCheck at Terminal C North from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. and at Terminal E from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m., with CLEAR at Terminal A North and Terminal C.

Delta says its domestic flights at Logan use both Terminal A and Terminal E, and its shuttle bus joins them from near gates A13 to A22 to what is normally gate E13, between 4:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. For the city, the free Massport Shuttle reaches Airport station, where the Silver Line SL3 heads to Chelsea for Commuter Rail and buses, and the Blue Line runs toward State and Government Center.

Over 9 Sep to 13 Oct 2026, EazAir's first 13 fare checks for IAH to BOS each sought the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. They returned 7 different results, the highest at least double the lowest, with the lowest on 4 Oct. American and JetBlue include a carry-on on their basic fares; United and Frontier do not. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Houston to Boston flights

Departure · Houston

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Central Time

Other airports near Houston: William P. Hobby (HOU)

Arrival · Boston

Logan International (BOS)

Eastern Time

About Boston

Areas to know in Boston

Back Bay
North End
Beacon Hill

Weather in Boston

Four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers, with fall foliage drawing visitors through October.

Houston to Boston: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

EazAir searches Houston with the IAH code, and Houston has more than one airport, so check the airport code on every result.

TF Green Airport is a separate airport. The MBTA says the Providence/Stoughton Commuter Rail line from South Station connects to it.

Houston Hobby (HOU) is a separate airport about 11 miles southeast of downtown.

Leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

METRO Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct links downtown Houston, including the George R. Brown Convention Center, with IAH, stopping at Terminal E, Level 2, outside Door E201.
IAH lists drop-off on Departures Level 2 at Terminals A, C and E, and on Level 1 at Terminal D.
Terminal B passengers check in, drop bags and clear security at Terminal C while the Terminal B ticketing lobby is closed, according to the airport's alerts page.
IAH lists TSA PreCheck at Terminal A North from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m., Terminal C North from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Terminal E from 4 a.m. to 8 p.m., with CLEAR at Terminal A North and Terminal C.
The Terminal D checkpoint has modified hours that vary by day, so check IAH's security page, which also shows checkpoint wait times.

Arriving at Boston Logan International (BOS)

Airline	Logan terminal
American	Terminal B, gates B4 to B22.
Delta	Terminal A and Terminal E for domestic flights. Check the Fly Delta app or My Trips for yours.
JetBlue	Terminal C for domestic flights and international departures. International arrivals use Terminal E.
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

Taken from each airline's own page on 17 Oct 2026, as Massport's airline list could not be checked. Terminals can change, so confirm yours with your airline.

The MBTA says the Silver Line SL1 bus and the free Massport Shuttle stop at every Logan terminal.
Delta runs a shuttle bus between Terminal A, near gates A13 to A22, and Terminal E, normally at gate E13, from 4:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily.
JetBlue lists Terminal C for its domestic flights and international departures, and Terminal E for international arrivals.

Getting from BOS	Where to board	Where it goes
MBTA Silver Line SL1	Stops at every Logan terminal. The MBTA says service from the airport is always free.	South Station, for the Red Line and Commuter Rail.
Massport Shuttle and MBTA Blue Line	The free Massport Shuttle picks up at every terminal and runs to Airport station. A fare applies on the Blue Line.	State and Government Center. Change at State for the Orange Line or at Government Center for the Green Line.
MBTA Silver Line SL3	Airport station, reached on the free Massport Shuttle.	Chelsea, with Commuter Rail and bus connections at Chelsea station.
MBTA ferry	Logan Airport Ferry Terminal. Buy tickets at fare machines, in the mTicket app, or on board.	Long Wharf, Lovejoy Wharf (North Station), Hingham and Hull, with more service in summer.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
JetBlue Main Base (bookings made after 29 Jul 2026)	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included.	Costs extra.	Change fee plus any fare difference. Cancelling gives travel credit minus a fee.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy.	Costs extra, or a seat is assigned after check-in.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 13 fare checks from Houston to Boston ran from 9 Sep to 13 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was at least double the lowest. The 13 checks returned 7 different results. The lowest result came on 4 Oct. That is a small sample, so it shows that prices move, not when they are lowest. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

Houston Airports: IAH alerts (Terminal B lobby) (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: METRO Downtown Direct (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: IAH security (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Houston Airports: IAH pick up and drop off (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
METRO: Airport bus nonstop (Route 500) (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MBTA: Logan Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Boston airport information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Boston airport update (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American: Boston airport information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Airport information, Boston Logan (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Fare options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: What is included in my fare (last modified 25 Mar 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bundles (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for IAH to BOS, 9 Sep 2026 to 13 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Is the IAH Terminal B lobby open for check-in?

Not until late 2026, according to the airport's alerts page. Gates B3 to B31 stay open, so Terminal B passengers check in and clear security at Terminal C, then take the Skyway.

How do I get to IAH by bus from downtown Houston?

METRO Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct links downtown Houston, including the George R. Brown Convention Center, with IAH. It stops at Terminal E, Level 2, outside Door E201, about every 30 minutes.

Where does Delta operate at Boston Logan?

Delta says its domestic flights at Logan use both Terminal A and Terminal E, and it runs a shuttle bus between them from 4:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Check the Fly Delta app or My Trips.

Can I take a ferry from Logan Airport?

Yes. MBTA ferries leave the Logan Airport Ferry Terminal for Long Wharf, Lovejoy Wharf (North Station), Hingham and Hull, with more service in summer. Tickets are sold at fare machines, in the mTicket app, or on board.

Do Houston to Boston basic fares include a carry-on?

JetBlue Main Base, American Basic Economy and Delta Main Basic include one plus a personal item. United Basic Economy and Frontier without a bundle include only a personal item on domestic flights.

How far is Houston IAH from Boston?

IAH and BOS are about 1595 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Ease jet lag on longer routes

On longer cross-country flights, adjusting your sleep schedule a day or two before departure and staying hydrated in flight can reduce jet lag on arrival.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.