Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Brownsville

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Brownsville South Padre Island International (BRO). It's 308 miles (495 km), about 1h 27m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
BRO
Brownsville South Padre Island International
🇺🇸 Brownsville, USA
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
308 mi
495 km
CO₂/pax
57 kg
−75 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 → BRO
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
308 mi

Alternative Routes

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

IAH MTY (Monterrey) BRO
Leg 1: 1h 39m (411 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (168 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MTY
1h 39m · 411 mi
View IAH to MTY flights →
Leg 2
MTY → BRO
1h 20m · 168 mi
View MTY to BRO flights →
IAH DFW (Dallas) BRO
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (482 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+174% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → BRO
1h 41m · 482 mi
View DFW to BRO flights →
IAH MCO (Orlando) BRO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (854 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,007 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 353 kg CO₂ (+519% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MCO
2h 25m · 854 mi
View IAH to MCO flights →
Leg 2
MCO → BRO
2h 50m · 1,007 mi
View MCO to BRO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Brownsville?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Brownsville (BRO) takes approximately 1 hours and 27 minutes. The distance is 308 miles (495 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Brownsville?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Brownsville?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Brownsville?

The flight distance from Houston to Brownsville is 308 miles (495 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 Brownsville?

At 1h 27m, 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 Brownsville?

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

Is the return flight from Brownsville 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 Brownsville?

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.