Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Austin

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). It's 148 miles (238 km), about 55m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
🇺🇸 Austin, USA
Flight Time
55m
Distance
148 mi
238 km
CO₂/pax
27 kg
−77 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → AUS
Flight Time
55m
Distance
148 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Austin with one stop · direct emits 27 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU DAL (Dallas) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h (188 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+285% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
View HOU to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → AUS
1h · 188 mi
View DAL to AUS flights →
HOU HRL (Harlingen) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 5m (277 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (273 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+370% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → HRL
1h 5m · 277 mi
View HOU to HRL flights →
Leg 2
HRL → AUS
1h 10m · 273 mi
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HOU DFW (Dallas) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (189 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+293% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → AUS
1h 7m · 189 mi
View DFW to AUS flights →
HOU MSY (New Orleans) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (444 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+504% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → AUS
1h 30m · 444 mi
View MSY to AUS flights →
HOU MAF (Midland) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (295 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+500% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MAF
1h 30m · 441 mi
View HOU to MAF flights →
Leg 2
MAF → AUS
1h 10m · 295 mi
View MAF to AUS flights →

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AUS → HOU: Flights from Austin to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Austin?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Austin (AUS) takes approximately 0 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 148 miles (238 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Austin?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Austin?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Austin?

The flight distance from Houston to Austin is 148 miles (238 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Austin?

At 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 Houston to Austin?

Roughly 27 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 135 km.

Is the return flight from Austin 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 Austin?

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.