Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to New York

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to La Guardia (LGA). It's 1,427 miles (2,297 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
LGA
La Guardia
🇺🇸 New York, USA
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,427 mi
2,297 km
CO₂/pax
241 kg
−40 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 → LGA
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,427 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to New York with one stop · direct emits 241 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) LGA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,183 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → LGA
2h 55m · 1,183 mi
View MSY to LGA flights →
HOU BHM (Birmingham) LGA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (570 mi) Leg 2: 2h 29m (866 mi) Total: ~4h 9m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BHM
1h 40m · 570 mi
View HOU to BHM flights →
Leg 2
BHM → LGA
2h 29m · 866 mi
View BHM to LGA flights →
HOU PNS (Pensacola) LGA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (487 mi) Leg 2: 2h 42m (1,030 mi) Total: ~4h 12m 🍃 289 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PNS
1h 30m · 487 mi
View HOU to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → LGA
2h 42m · 1,030 mi
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HOU TYS (Knoxville) LGA
Leg 1: 2h 7m (782 mi) Leg 2: 2h 6m (647 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TYS
2h 7m · 782 mi
View HOU to TYS flights →
Leg 2
TYS → LGA
2h 6m · 647 mi
View TYS to LGA flights →
HOU MEM (Memphis) LGA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 2h 44m (963 mi) Total: ~4h 14m 🍃 277 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MEM
1h 30m · 483 mi
View HOU to MEM flights →
Leg 2
MEM → LGA
2h 44m · 963 mi
View MEM to LGA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to New York?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to New York (LGA) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,427 miles (2,297 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to New York?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to New York?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from New York?

The flight distance from Houston to New York is 1,427 miles (2,297 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 New York?

At 3h 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 New York?

Roughly 241 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,205 km.

Is the return flight from New York 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 New York?

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.