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August 25 - September 16

Cheapest

IAH - Austin

$192

$178

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August 18 - September 16

Cheapest

IAH - Austin

$189

$178

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September 16 - October 14

IAH - Austin

$184

$180

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September 8 - September 15

IAH - Austin

$212

$192

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August 4 - August 17

Earliest

IAH - Austin

$190

$194

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August 4 - August 5

Best

Earliest

IAH - Austin

$236

$196

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August 12 - August 24

IAH - Austin

$198

$197

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August 4 - August 26

Earliest

IAH - Austin

$182

$198

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August 5 - August 17

IAH - Austin

$191

$198

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August 4 - August 12

Earliest

IAH - Austin

$208

$199

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Houston to Austin

Right now, only 2% of recent fares for flights from Houston to Austin are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $287–$590, with a median of $378. Current fares are above the typical level, indicating that prices are higher than usual for this route. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations.

When considering cheap flights from Houston to Austin, the cheapest time to fly is often during April, with a median fare of $123. Other affordable months include May, where the median fare is $144, and September, with a median of $159. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from Houston to Austin takes about 21h 53m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 3. Only 37% of recent fares are for direct flights from Houston to Austin, meaning you will likely have at least one stop on your trip.

The distance between Houston and Austin is approximately 225 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, which typically involves shorter flight times and is often served by regional carriers or smaller aircraft.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Austin

Regular price: $157 - $372

Prices for flights from Houston to Austin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Austin is between $157 and $372. The current lowest deal is $178 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from August 25 to September 16.

now $178

Low $157

High $372

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Austin is April, with a median price of $123. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1171. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $123

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,171

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Direct flights from Houston to Austin

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Austin

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Austin

Houston (HOU) - Austin (AUS)

Allegiant Air

$477

$519

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$183

$327

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$134

$359

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$224

$368

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$220

$225

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Austin

Houston (HOU) - Austin (AUS)

Southwest Airlines

$215

$307

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Austin

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$236 → $196

17%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

$238 → $204

14%

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

$227 → $203

11%

6 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 17

$223 → $200

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Austin

Houston - Austin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Houston to Austin are above the typical level, with a median price of $378.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Austin, with a median price of $123.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 21h 53m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Houston to Austin is 21 hours and 53 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

37% of recent deals are direct flights.

37% of recent deals for this route are direct, with connecting flights having 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines has offered direct flights from Houston to Austin in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Houston to Austin are frequent, with 0.57 deals per day.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Austin, providing a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$178

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport serves flights to Austin, making it a viable choice for your departure.

📍 ~15 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$178

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is the primary airport for arrivals to Austin from Houston.

📍 ~10 km from Austin city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$178

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International can be a useful alternative due to its proximity and robust flight schedule.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$253

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a reliable alternative for almost any domestic or international destination.

📍 ~280 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is a major domestic hub and a convenient alternative for travelers.

📍 ~290 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

Austin, United States

33% AI deal score

$2,627

From IAH

Elite

Oct 08

Austin, United States

33% AI deal score

$2,710

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Historically, the best time to book flights from Houston to Austin is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $499. Booking 28-59 days out sees an average price of $913, while booking 60+ days in advance averages $632. These trends are based on a 90-day trailing window of prices.

A good price for a flight from Houston to Austin is considered to be $287 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $378. For travelers seeking even lower fares, prices can range up to $590 for the upper quartile. These figures are based on a 90-day analysis of prices.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Austin are April, with a median price of $123, and May, with a median price of $144. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $159. The annual median price for this route is $378, based on a 270-day trailing window of prices.

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Insights for flights from Houston to Austin

How much is a round trip from Houston to Austin

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Austin

Direct flights from Houston to Austin

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Austin

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Austin

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Austin

Houston - Austin route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights average 21h 53m.

37% of recent deals are direct flights.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Houston main airports to depart from

Austin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

Best Elite deals to Austin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

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