Cincinnati to Austin (LUK–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Cincinnati to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
970 mi 2h 18m nonstop -2h behind 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LUK and AUS, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LUK to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
IND ~4h 45m HOU ~4h 54m TYS ~5h 4m CMH ~5h 7m LIT ~5h 17m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
58
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
LUK → AUS
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
87%
Return
AUS → LUK
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
81%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. AUS delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Austin from Cincinnati

Nearby airports with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Metric LUK→AUS CVG→AUS CMH→AUS
Distance from LUK – 14 mi 102 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 7 1
Weekly flights 0 17 15
Flight time 2h 18m 2h 47m 3h
Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) to Austin flights · Columbus (CMH) to Austin flights · Indianapolis (IND) to Austin flights
Airports within 200 miles of LUK with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Austin is 2 hours behind Cincinnati.
LUK: EDT · AUS: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Cincinnati, it's 4:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
970 mi / 1,562 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m.
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

LUK–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cincinnati to Austin route.
Route details
Distance970 mi / 1,562 km
Flight time2h 18m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: LUK
Full nameCincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field
IATA / ICAOLUK / KLUK
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation483 ft / 147 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 LUK to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 2h 18m. The route covers 970 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IND, HOU, TYS, CMH, LIT, MKE, CLT, DAL, DFW, RDU, MSP, SRQ, IAD, BWI, PDK, AGC, PHL, PHX, GCM, BOS, SLC, LAS, SFO, STL and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Austin is 2 hours behind Cincinnati.
Yes, return flights from AUS to LUK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include CVG, CMH and IND. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 LUK to AUS

Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field (LUK) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LUK to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LUK to AUS ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 970 miles (1,562 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via IND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Columbus (CMH) and Indianapolis (IND).