Sacramento to Austin (MHR–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Sacramento to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,461 mi 3h 55m nonstop +1h ahead 1 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MHR and AUS, connecting options are available through 1 hub.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MHR to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
DEN ~5h 58m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
MHR → AUS
40%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
40%
Return
AUS → MHR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
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 Sacramento

Nearby airports with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Metric MHR→AUS SMF→AUS OAK→AUS
Distance from MHR – 19 mi 76 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 3
Weekly flights 1 14 14
Flight time 3h 55m 3h 15m 3h 20m
Sacramento (SMF) to Austin flights · Oakland (OAK) to Austin flights · San Francisco (SFO) to Austin flights
Airports within 200 miles of MHR with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Austin is 1 hour ahead of Sacramento.
MHR: PDT · AUS: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Sacramento, it's 7:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
1,461 mi / 2,351 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 55m.
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

MHR–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Sacramento to Austin route.
Route details
Distance1,461 mi / 2,351 km
Flight time3h 55m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: MHR
Full nameSacramento Mather Airport
IATA / ICAOMHR / KMHR
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation98 ft / 30 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 MHR to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Sacramento Mather Airport to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 3h 55m. The route covers 1,461 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MHR to AUS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Austin is 1 hour ahead of Sacramento.
Nearby alternatives include SMF, OAK and SFO. 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 MHR to AUS

Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MHR to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MHR to AUS ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,461 miles (2,351 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via DEN. Nearby alternative airports include Sacramento (SMF), Oakland (OAK) and San Francisco (SFO).