Direct (nonstop) flights from Birmingham to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Birmingham International (BHM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 570 miles (917 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

BHM
Birmingham International
🇺🇸 Birmingham, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
570 mi
917 km
CO₂/pax
105 kg
−73 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
BHM → HOU
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
570 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Birmingham to Houston with one stop · direct emits 105 kg CO₂ per passenger

BHM DAL (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 55m (587 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (239 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BHM → DAL
1h 55m · 587 mi
View BHM to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
View DAL to HOU flights →
BHM BNA (Nashville) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 5m (177 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (670 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BHM → BNA
1h 5m · 177 mi
View BHM to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → HOU
2h 10m · 670 mi
View BNA to HOU flights →
BHM ATL (Atlanta) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 8m (133 mi) Leg 2: 2h 14m (695 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BHM → ATL
1h 8m · 133 mi
View BHM to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → HOU
2h 14m · 695 mi
View ATL to HOU flights →
BHM DFW (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 16m (597 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BHM → DFW
2h 16m · 597 mi
View BHM to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → HOU
1h 21m · 247 mi
View DFW to HOU flights →
BHM TPA (Tampa) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (459 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (780 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BHM → TPA
1h 25m · 459 mi
View BHM to TPA flights →
Leg 2
TPA → HOU
2h 25m · 780 mi
View TPA to HOU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Birmingham to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Birmingham (BHM) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 570 miles (917 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Birmingham to Houston?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Birmingham to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Birmingham from Houston?

The flight distance from Birmingham to Houston is 570 miles (917 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 Birmingham to Houston?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 105 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 525 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham International for this flight?

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