Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Abilene

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Abilene Rgnl (ABI). It's 306 miles (493 km), about 1h 42m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
ABI
Abilene Rgnl
🇺🇸 Abilene, USA
Flight Time
1h 42m
Distance
306 mi
493 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → ABI
Flight Time
1h 42m
Distance
306 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Abilene with one stop · direct emits 57 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH DFW (Dallas) ABI
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 58m (157 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 96 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → ABI
58m · 157 mi
View DFW to ABI flights →
IAH DEN (Denver) ABI
Leg 1: 2h 43m (861 mi) Leg 2: 1h 57m (583 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+412% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DEN
2h 43m · 861 mi
View IAH to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → ABI
1h 57m · 583 mi
View DEN to ABI flights →
IAH PHX (Phoenix) ABI
Leg 1: 3h 4m (1,008 mi) Leg 2: 2h 4m (719 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 328 kg CO₂ (+475% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → PHX
3h 4m · 1,008 mi
View IAH to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → ABI
2h 4m · 719 mi
View PHX to ABI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Abilene?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Abilene (ABI) takes approximately 1 hours and 42 minutes. The distance is 306 miles (493 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Abilene?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Abilene?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Abilene?

The flight distance from Houston to Abilene is 306 miles (493 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 Abilene?

At 1h 42m, 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 Abilene?

Roughly 57 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 285 km.

Is the return flight from Abilene 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 Abilene?

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 George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.