OMA (Omaha) to IAH (Houston) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 88 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.OMA → IAH
OMA (Omaha) to IAH (Houston)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 87% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 87% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 75%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from OMA
80% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. OMA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at IAH
79% on timeWhen flights into IAH are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAH: TSA is ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.