Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Pittsburgh

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Pittsburgh Airport (PIT). It's 1,130 miles (1,819 km), about 2h 45m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
PIT
Pittsburgh Airport
🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, USA
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,130 mi
1,819 km
CO₂/pax
191 kg
−43 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 → PIT
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,130 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Pittsburgh with one stop · direct emits 191 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU BNA (Nashville) PIT
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (460 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → PIT
1h 30m · 460 mi
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HOU MSY (New Orleans) PIT
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (918 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → PIT
2h 23m · 918 mi
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HOU SDF (Louisville) PIT
Leg 1: 2h 10m (803 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SDF
2h 10m · 803 mi
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Leg 2
SDF → PIT
1h 23m · 334 mi
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HOU STL (Saint Louis) PIT
Leg 1: 2h (687 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (552 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → STL
2h · 687 mi
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Leg 2
STL → PIT
1h 35m · 552 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) PIT
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (526 mi) Total: ~3h 39m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
View HOU to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → PIT
1h 39m · 526 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Pittsburgh?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Pittsburgh (PIT) takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,130 miles (1,819 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Pittsburgh?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Pittsburgh?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Pittsburgh?

The flight distance from Houston to Pittsburgh is 1,130 miles (1,819 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 Pittsburgh?

At 2h 45m, 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 Pittsburgh?

Roughly 191 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 955 km.

Is the return flight from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

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.