IAH (Houston) to ORF (Norfolk) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.IAH → ORF
IAH (Houston) to ORF (Norfolk)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from IAH
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAH has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORF
80% on timeWhen flights into ORF are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORF: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.