Direct (nonstop) flights from Brownsville to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Brownsville South Padre Island International (BRO) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 308 miles (495 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

BRO
Brownsville South Padre Island International
🇺🇸 Brownsville, USA
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
308 mi
495 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−75 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
BRO → IAH
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
308 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Brownsville to Houston with one stop · direct emits 57 kg CO₂ per passenger

BRO MTY (Monterrey) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 15m (168 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (411 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRO → MTY
1h 15m · 168 mi
View BRO to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → IAH
1h 31m · 411 mi
View MTY to IAH flights →
BRO DFW (Dallas) IAH
Leg 1: 1h 44m (482 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRO → DFW
1h 44m · 482 mi
View BRO to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
View DFW to IAH flights →
BRO MCO (Orlando) IAH
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,007 mi) Leg 2: 2h 49m (854 mi) Total: ~5h 34m 🍃 353 kg CO₂ (+519% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRO → MCO
2h 45m · 1,007 mi
View BRO to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → IAH
2h 49m · 854 mi
View MCO to IAH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Brownsville to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Brownsville (BRO) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 308 miles (495 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Brownsville to Houston?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Brownsville to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Brownsville from Houston?

The flight distance from Brownsville to Houston is 308 miles (495 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Brownsville to Houston?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 57 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 285 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Brownsville 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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville South Padre Island International for this flight?

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