Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to Houston

2 airlines fly nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 695 miles (1,118 km), about 2h 14m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 14m
Distance
695 mi
1,118 km
CO₂/pax
129 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Delta Air Lines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → HOU
Flight Time
2h 14m
Distance
695 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ATL → HOU
Flight Time
2h 14m
Distance
695 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to Houston with one stop · direct emits 129 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL JAN (Jackson) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 22m (339 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (359 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → JAN
1h 22m · 339 mi
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Leg 2
JAN → HOU
1h 25m · 359 mi
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ATL BHM (Birmingham) HOU
Leg 1: 54m (133 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (570 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → BHM
54m · 133 mi
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Leg 2
BHM → HOU
1h 55m · 570 mi
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ATL PNS (Pensacola) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 11m (271 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (487 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → PNS
1h 11m · 271 mi
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Leg 2
PNS → HOU
1h 40m · 487 mi
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ATL MSY (New Orleans) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 34m (424 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (302 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → MSY
1h 34m · 424 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → HOU
1h 20m · 302 mi
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ATL ECP (Panama City) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 6m (240 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (570 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → ECP
1h 6m · 240 mi
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Leg 2
ECP → HOU
1h 50m · 570 mi
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HOU → ATL: Flights from Houston to Atlanta

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 695 miles (1,118 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to Houston?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Houston?

Yes. 2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Atlanta from Houston?

The flight distance from Atlanta to Houston is 695 miles (1,118 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to Houston?

At 2h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to Houston?

Roughly 129 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 645 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Houston?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.