Direct (nonstop) flights from Omaha to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Eppley Afld (OMA) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 804 miles (1,294 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

OMA
Eppley Afld
🇺🇸 Omaha, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
804 mi
1,294 km
CO₂/pax
149 kg
−28 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
OMA → HOU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
804 mi

Alternative Routes

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

OMA DAL (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (585 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (239 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → DAL
1h 50m · 585 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
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OMA AUS (Austin) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 20m (771 mi) Leg 2: 1h (148 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → AUS
2h 20m · 771 mi
View OMA to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → HOU
1h · 148 mi
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OMA DFW (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 2m (582 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → DFW
2h 2m · 582 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → HOU
1h 21m · 247 mi
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OMA STL (Saint Louis) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (341 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (687 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → STL
1h 15m · 341 mi
View OMA to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → HOU
2h 10m · 687 mi
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OMA BNA (Nashville) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (612 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (670 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → BNA
1h 45m · 612 mi
View OMA to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → HOU
2h 10m · 670 mi
View BNA to HOU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Omaha to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Omaha (OMA) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 804 miles (1,294 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Omaha to Houston?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Omaha to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Omaha from Houston?

The flight distance from Omaha to Houston is 804 miles (1,294 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 Omaha to Houston?

At 2h 20m, 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 Omaha to Houston?

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

Is the return flight from Houston to Omaha 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 Omaha to Houston?

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 Eppley Afld for this flight?

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