Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Omaha

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Eppley Afld (OMA). It's 804 miles (1,294 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
OMA
Eppley Afld
🇺🇸 Omaha, USA
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
804 mi
1,294 km
CO₂/pax
149 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → OMA
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
804 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Omaha with one stop · direct emits 149 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU DAL (Dallas) OMA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (585 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
View HOU to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → OMA
1h 45m · 585 mi
View DAL to OMA flights →
HOU AUS (Austin) OMA
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (771 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
View HOU to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → OMA
2h 5m · 771 mi
View AUS to OMA flights →
HOU DFW (Dallas) OMA
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (582 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
View HOU to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → OMA
1h 51m · 582 mi
View DFW to OMA flights →
HOU STL (Saint Louis) OMA
Leg 1: 2h (687 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (341 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → STL
2h · 687 mi
View HOU to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → OMA
1h 20m · 341 mi
View STL to OMA flights →
HOU BNA (Nashville) OMA
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (612 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
View HOU to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → OMA
1h 55m · 612 mi
View BNA to OMA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Omaha?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Omaha (OMA) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 804 miles (1,294 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Omaha?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Omaha?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Omaha?

The flight distance from Houston to Omaha is 804 miles (1,294 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 Omaha?

At 2h 10m, 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 Omaha?

Roughly 149 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 745 km.

Is the return flight from Omaha 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 Omaha?

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.