Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Colorado Springs

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to City Of Colorado Springs Muni (COS). It's 829 miles (1,334 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
COS
City Of Colorado Springs Muni
🇺🇸 Colorado Springs, USA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
829 mi
1,334 km
CO₂/pax
153 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → COS
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
829 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Colorado Springs with one stop · direct emits 153 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU DAL (Dallas) COS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h (602 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → COS
2h · 602 mi
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HOU DEN (Denver) COS
Leg 1: 2h 30m (882 mi) Leg 2: 54m (72 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DEN
2h 30m · 882 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → COS
54m · 72 mi
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HOU DFW (Dallas) COS
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 2h 6m (592 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → COS
2h 6m · 592 mi
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HOU PHX (Phoenix) COS
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,019 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (551 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PHX
2h 50m · 1,019 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → COS
1h 40m · 551 mi
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HOU SLC (Salt Lake City) COS
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,214 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (410 mi) Total: ~4h 49m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SLC
3h 10m · 1,214 mi
View HOU to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → COS
1h 39m · 410 mi
View SLC to COS flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Colorado Springs?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Colorado Springs (COS) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 829 miles (1,334 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Colorado Springs?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Colorado Springs?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Colorado Springs?

The flight distance from Houston to Colorado Springs is 829 miles (1,334 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Colorado Springs?

At 2h 20m, 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 Colorado Springs?

Roughly 153 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 765 km.

Is the return flight from Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?

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.