United Flight 243 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number UA243 take?
UA243 operates from IAH to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and flies direct. This service generally takes 3 hours and 52 minutes.
What terminal does UA243 fly out of?
You'll likely be hopping on the plane at Terminal C if you're flying on UA243 direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.).
What kind of plane is on flight number UA243?
The route for UA243 is nearly always Houston, TX Airport (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.), and the Boeing 757-300 is the aircraft model you'll probably be heading off on.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
For more info about changing your UA243 flight with Travelocity, please visit our Customer Service Portal.