Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Jacksonville

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Jacksonville International (JAX). It's 816 miles (1,313 km), about 2h 5m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
JAX
Jacksonville International
🇺🇸 Jacksonville, USA
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
816 mi
1,313 km
CO₂/pax
151 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → JAX
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
816 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Jacksonville with one stop · direct emits 151 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) JAX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (513 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → JAX
1h 34m · 513 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) JAX
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (270 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → JAX
1h 8m · 270 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) JAX
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (907 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → JAX
2h 10m · 907 mi
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HOU AUS (Austin) JAX
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (954 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → JAX
2h 30m · 954 mi
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HOU TYS (Knoxville) JAX
Leg 1: 2h 7m (782 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (390 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TYS
2h 7m · 782 mi
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Leg 2
TYS → JAX
1h 22m · 390 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Jacksonville?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Jacksonville (JAX) takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 816 miles (1,313 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Jacksonville?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Jacksonville?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Jacksonville?

The flight distance from Houston to Jacksonville is 816 miles (1,313 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 Jacksonville?

At 2h 5m, 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 Jacksonville?

Roughly 151 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 755 km.

Is the return flight from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?

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.