TUS (Tucson) to IAH (Houston) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 106 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.TUS → IAH
TUS (Tucson) to IAH (Houston)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% 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 — 91% vs 85% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 91% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 85%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from TUS
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TUS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at IAH
80% on timeWhen flights into IAH are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAH: TSA is ~27 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.