Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Tucson

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Tucson International (TUS). It's 944 miles (1,520 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
TUS
Tucson International
🇺🇸 Tucson, USA
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
944 mi
1,520 km
CO₂/pax
160 kg
−61 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → TUS
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
944 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Tucson with one stop · direct emits 160 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU DAL (Dallas) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (823 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
View HOU to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → TUS
2h 30m · 823 mi
View DAL to TUS flights →
HOU PHX (Phoenix) TUS
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,019 mi) Leg 2: 54m (109 mi) Total: ~3h 44m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PHX
2h 50m · 1,019 mi
View HOU to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → TUS
54m · 109 mi
View PHX to TUS flights →
HOU DFW (Dallas) TUS
Leg 1: 1h 26m (247 mi) Leg 2: 2h 27m (813 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DFW
1h 26m · 247 mi
View HOU to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → TUS
2h 27m · 813 mi
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HOU DEN (Denver) TUS
Leg 1: 2h 30m (882 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (638 mi) Total: ~4h 32m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+91% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DEN
2h 30m · 882 mi
View HOU to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → TUS
2h 2m · 638 mi
View DEN to TUS flights →
HOU LAS (Las Vegas) TUS
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,235 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (364 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 301 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → LAS
3h 10m · 1,235 mi
View HOU to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → TUS
1h 25m · 364 mi
View LAS to TUS flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Tucson?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Tucson (TUS) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 944 miles (1,520 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Tucson?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Tucson?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Tucson?

The flight distance from Houston to Tucson is 944 miles (1,520 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 Tucson?

At 2h 40m, 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 Tucson?

Roughly 160 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 800 km.

Is the return flight from Tucson 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 Tucson?

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.