Ontario International Airport Welcomes United Airlines’ New Service to Houston

Ontario officials welcomed news that United Airlines (UAL) will launch daily service to Houston in June, making the Texas hub the 21st destination reached nonstop from Ontario International Airport (ONT).

United Airlines will begin service between Ontario and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on June 6, with one round-trip per day departing Houston at 9:30 p.m. (central time) followed by a red-eye departure from Ontario at 11:59 p.m. (pacific time). The route will be operated with Embraer E-175 aircraft operated by United Express. The aircraft will be configured with 76 seats including 12 in first class, 16 in economy plus and 48 in economy.

“Our plan to develop Ontario into an attractive aviation gateway and economic engine for the region includes helping our existing airline partners expand their businesses with new routes that appeal to our customers,” said Mark Thorpe, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) ..“

United’s service to its Texas hub enables customers to reach a major U.S. market by nonstop service while also offering a convenient connection point to destinations around the world. United’s announcement is welcome news for business and leisure travelers in the greater Los Angeles area.”