United Airlines Begins Nonstop Service from Bradley International Airport to Houston

The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that United Airlines launched its inaugural nonstop flight from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Texas this morning.

As of today, the new, year-round service operates daily on a Boeing 737 aircraft.

“This morning’s inaugural flight to Houston highlights United’s investment in our region, expanding travel options and connecting passengers seamlessly to their global network,” said Michael W. Shea, Executive Director & CEO of the CAA. “For nearly 80 years, United has been a valued partner at Bradley International Airport, and we appreciate their continued commitment to our community.”

In addition to exploring Houston, passengers will be able to connect to numerous destinations across the southern U.S., Mexico, and Latin America.

“This is an exciting day, we’re thrilled to offer nonstop year-round service between Bradley International Airport and Houston,” said Sam Levy, Senior Manager of Domestic Network Planning at United. “As we grow our presence in the region, we’re excited to provide the community with more nonstop flight offerings and access to a wide range of destinations across the southern U.S., Mexico, and Latin America through our IAH hub.”

In addition to the new route to Houston (IAH), United also flies from BDL to the airline’s hubs in Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), and Washington D.C. (IAD). In 2025, United served nearly 725,000 passengers at Bradley International Airport.

For more information on flight schedules and to book a ticket, visit https://www.united.com.

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About Bradley International Airport

Bradley International Airport (BDL) is New England’s second-largest airport. Recognized nationally by leading travel publications for its ease of travel, Bradley International Airport is ready to welcome you with new nonstops and expanded services. The award-winning airport is operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority, and its operations are entirely self-funded. The airport contributes nearly $3.6 billion to the regional economy. For more info, visit www.bradleyairport.com.

About The Connecticut Airport Authority

The CAA was established in 2011 to develop, improve, and operate Bradley International Airport and the state’s five general aviation airports (Danielson, Groton-New London, Hartford-Brainard, Waterbury-Oxford, and Windham). The CAA Board consists of 11 members with a broad spectrum of experience in aviation-related and other industries, as well as government. The goal of the CAA is to make Connecticut’s airports more attractive to new airlines, bring in new routes, and support Connecticut’s overall economic development and growth strategy. For more info, visit www.ctairports.org