Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Baltimore

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Baltimore Washington International (BWI). It's 1,246 miles (2,005 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
BWI
Baltimore Washington International
🇺🇸 Baltimore, USA
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,246 mi
2,005 km
CO₂/pax
211 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → BWI
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,246 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Baltimore with one stop · direct emits 211 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) BWI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (999 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → BWI
2h 30m · 999 mi
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HOU MEM (Memphis) BWI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (787 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MEM
1h 30m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → BWI
2h 10m · 787 mi
View MEM to BWI flights →
HOU BHM (Birmingham) BWI
Leg 1: 1h 40m (570 mi) Leg 2: 2h (682 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BHM
1h 40m · 570 mi
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Leg 2
BHM → BWI
2h · 682 mi
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HOU BNA (Nashville) BWI
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (587 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
View HOU to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → BWI
1h 50m · 587 mi
View BNA to BWI flights →
HOU RDU (Raleigh/Durham) BWI
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,049 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (256 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → RDU
2h 35m · 1,049 mi
View HOU to RDU flights →
Leg 2
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
View RDU to BWI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Baltimore?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Baltimore (BWI) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 1,246 miles (2,005 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Baltimore?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Baltimore?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Baltimore?

The flight distance from Houston to Baltimore is 1,246 miles (2,005 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Baltimore?

At 3h, 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 Baltimore?

Roughly 211 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,055 km.

Is the return flight from Baltimore 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 Baltimore?

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.