Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Albuquerque

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ). It's 759 miles (1,222 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport
🇺🇸 Albuquerque, USA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
759 mi
1,222 km
CO₂/pax
141 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → ABQ
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
759 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Albuquerque with one stop · direct emits 141 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU AUS (Austin) ABQ
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (619 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → ABQ
1h 55m · 619 mi
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HOU SAT (San Antonio) ABQ
Leg 1: 1h (192 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (610 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SAT
1h · 192 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → ABQ
1h 50m · 610 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) ABQ
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (581 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → ABQ
1h 55m · 581 mi
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HOU DFW (Dallas) ABQ
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (569 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → ABQ
1h 55m · 569 mi
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HOU DEN (Denver) ABQ
Leg 1: 2h 30m (882 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (347 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DEN
2h 30m · 882 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → ABQ
1h 25m · 347 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Albuquerque?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Albuquerque (ABQ) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 759 miles (1,222 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Albuquerque?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Albuquerque?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Albuquerque?

The flight distance from Houston to Albuquerque is 759 miles (1,222 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 Houston to Albuquerque?

At 2h 15m, 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 Houston to Albuquerque?

Roughly 141 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 705 km.

Is the return flight from Albuquerque to Houston 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 Houston to Albuquerque?

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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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