RIC (Richmond) to IAH (Houston) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.RIC → IAH
RIC (Richmond) to IAH (Houston)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 85% vs United Airlines at 81%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 85% on time; United Airlines trails at 81%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RIC
78% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RIC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
RIC cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at IAH
79% on timeWhen flights into IAH are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAH: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.