Houston to Seattle (HOU–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HOU–SEA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,893 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 16 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 4h35-4h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Seattle from Houston
| Metric | HOU→SEA | IAH→SEA | AUS→SEA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 | 15 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | 115 | 163 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 4h 17m | 3h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 91% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Seattle.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
HOU–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to SEA
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HOU to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to SEA is about 4 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,893 miles (3,046 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Austin Bergstrom, Salt Lake City and San Antonio. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Austin (AUS) and Fort Cavazos (GRK).