Houston to Austin (HOU–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HOU–AUS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 148 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 112 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 47 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h55-1h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from Houston
| Metric | HOU→AUS | IAH→AUS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 50 | 111 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 1h |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · AUS: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Austin.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
HOU–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to AUS
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HOU to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to AUS ranges from 0 hours 55 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 148 miles (238 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 90 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
112 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via SAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH).