Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Saint Louis

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Saint Louis Airport (STL). It's 687 miles (1,105 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
Flight Time
2h
Distance
687 mi
1,105 km
CO₂/pax
127 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
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 → STL
Flight Time
2h
Distance
687 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Saint Louis with one stop · direct emits 127 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU TUL (Tulsa) STL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (452 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TUL
1h 30m · 452 mi
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Leg 2
TUL → STL
1h 20m · 350 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) STL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (545 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → STL
1h 45m · 545 mi
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HOU MSY (New Orleans) STL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (604 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → STL
1h 50m · 604 mi
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HOU AUS (Austin) STL
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (720 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → STL
2h 5m · 720 mi
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HOU MCI (Kansas City) STL
Leg 1: 2h (665 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (236 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MCI
2h · 665 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → STL
1h 5m · 236 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Saint Louis?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Saint Louis (STL) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 687 miles (1,105 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Saint Louis?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Saint Louis?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Saint Louis?

The flight distance from Houston to Saint Louis is 687 miles (1,105 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Saint Louis?

At 2h, 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 Saint Louis?

Roughly 127 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 635 km.

Is the return flight from Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis?

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.