Lincoln to Austin (LNK–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lincoln to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 737 mi 1h 37m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LNK and AUS, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LNK to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
OKC ~4h 4m DFW ~4h 12m MDW ~5h 41m LAS ~5h 54m ASE ~6h 9m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
208
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LNK → AUS
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
79%
Return
AUS → LNK
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
81%
Arriving
51%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LNK delays → AUS delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Austin from Lincoln

Nearby airports with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Metric LNK→AUS MCI→AUS DSM→AUS
Distance from LNK – 152 mi 168 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 35 2
Flight time 1h 37m 2h 2h 22m
Departure OTP 50% – –
Kansas City (MCI) to Austin flights · Des Moines (DSM) to Austin flights
Airports within 200 miles of LNK with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Austin is 0 hours the same as Lincoln.
LNK: MDT · AUS: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Lincoln, it's 6:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
737 mi / 1,187 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 37m.
Getting from AUS

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.

Austin Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

LNK–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lincoln to Austin route.
Route details
Distance737 mi / 1,187 km
Flight time1h 37m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: LNK
Full nameLincoln Airport
IATA / ICAOLNK / KLNK
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation1,219 ft / 372 m
Destination: AUS
Full nameAustin Bergstrom International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUS / KAUS
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr21.4M
Elevation542 ft / 165 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LNK to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Lincoln Airport to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 1h 37m. The route covers 737 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LNK to AUS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OKC, DFW, MDW, LAS, ASE, RSW, LAX, JAX, IAD, SCF, OAK, SFO, EWR, DEN, ORD and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include MCI and DSM. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LNK to AUS

Lincoln Airport (LNK) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LNK to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LNK to AUS ranges from 1 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 737 miles (1,187 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via OKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kansas City (MCI) and Des Moines (DSM).