Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Pensacola

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Pensacola Rgnl (PNS). It's 487 miles (784 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
PNS
Pensacola Rgnl
🇺🇸 Pensacola, USA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
487 mi
784 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−78 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
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 → PNS
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
487 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Pensacola with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU AUS (Austin) PNS
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (626 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+87% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → PNS
1h 50m · 626 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) PNS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (592 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+98% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → PNS
1h 40m · 592 mi
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HOU MEM (Memphis) PNS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (354 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MEM
1h 30m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → PNS
1h 23m · 354 mi
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HOU SAT (San Antonio) PNS
Leg 1: 1h (192 mi) Leg 2: 2h (679 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SAT
1h · 192 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → PNS
2h · 679 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) PNS
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (271 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → PNS
1h 11m · 271 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Pensacola?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Pensacola (PNS) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 487 miles (784 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Pensacola?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Pensacola?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Pensacola?

The flight distance from Houston to Pensacola is 487 miles (784 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Pensacola?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Houston to Pensacola?

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Pensacola 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 Pensacola?

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.