Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Orlando

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Orlando International (MCO). It's 849 miles (1,366 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
MCO
Orlando International
🇺🇸 Orlando, USA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
849 mi
1,366 km
CO₂/pax
157 kg
−26 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 → MCO
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
849 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Orlando with one stop · direct emits 157 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) MCO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (551 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → MCO
1h 48m · 551 mi
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HOU PNS (Pensacola) MCO
Leg 1: 1h 30m (487 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PNS
1h 30m · 487 mi
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Leg 2
PNS → MCO
1h 30m · 382 mi
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HOU SRQ (Sarasota) MCO
Leg 1: 2h 10m (789 mi) Leg 2: 55m (104 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SRQ
2h 10m · 789 mi
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Leg 2
SRQ → MCO
55m · 104 mi
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HOU JAN (Jackson) MCO
Leg 1: 1h 20m (359 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (587 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → JAN
1h 20m · 359 mi
View HOU to JAN flights →
Leg 2
JAN → MCO
1h 50m · 587 mi
View JAN to MCO flights →
HOU BHM (Birmingham) MCO
Leg 1: 1h 40m (570 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (478 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BHM
1h 40m · 570 mi
View HOU to BHM flights →
Leg 2
BHM → MCO
1h 35m · 478 mi
View BHM to MCO flights →

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MCO → HOU: Flights from Orlando to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Orlando?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Orlando (MCO) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 849 miles (1,366 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Orlando?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Orlando?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Orlando?

The flight distance from Houston to Orlando is 849 miles (1,366 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 Orlando?

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 Orlando?

Roughly 157 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 785 km.

Is the return flight from Orlando 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 Orlando?

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.