Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Louisville

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Louisville International Airport (SDF). It's 803 miles (1,292 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
SDF
Louisville International Airport
🇺🇸 Louisville, USA
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
803 mi
1,292 km
CO₂/pax
149 kg
−28 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 → SDF
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
803 mi

Alternative Routes

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

HOU BNA (Nashville) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h (150 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → SDF
1h · 150 mi
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HOU MSY (New Orleans) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (621 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → SDF
1h 54m · 621 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) SDF
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h (725 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → SDF
2h · 725 mi
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HOU AUS (Austin) SDF
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (876 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → SDF
2h 23m · 876 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) SDF
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (321 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → SDF
1h 20m · 321 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Louisville?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Louisville (SDF) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 803 miles (1,292 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Louisville?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Louisville?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Louisville?

The flight distance from Houston to Louisville is 803 miles (1,292 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 Louisville?

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 Louisville?

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

Is the return flight from Louisville 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 Louisville?

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.