How many flights from Houston to Austin are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 29.9% of flights from Houston to Austin were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the flights on this route involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Houston to Austin?

The typical direct flight from Houston to Austin has a duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, covering a distance of 225 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at 15 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options for their journey.

How often do Houston to Austin flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Houston to Austin route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common aspect of air travel, and this route typically experiences them with regularity across a 30-day window.

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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-14
HOU - Austin
42% AI deal score
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2026-09-19 – 2026-10-14
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2026-09-19 – 2026-09-29
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2026-09-16 – 2026-10-14
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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-10
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2026-09-05 – 2026-09-07
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-07
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Houston to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Austin

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Houston to Austin, recent data indicates that 0% of fares were classified as a good price. Right now, fares are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $318–$685, and a median of $448. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Austin, April stands out with a median fare of $123. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $144, and September presents a median of $159. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Houston to Austin takes about 1h 3m. This route is considered short-haul, covering a distance of 225 km. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 2 stopovers. Only 29.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Houston to Austin.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Austin

Regular price: $82 - $287

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Austin is $82 to $287. The current lowest deal is $147 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $147

Low $82

High $287

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Austin is May, with a median price of $144. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1171. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $144

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,171

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to Austin

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Austin

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$445

$439

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$418

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$152

$157

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$257

$258

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$135

$157

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Austin

Houston (IAH) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$135

$157

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

$215 → $152

29%

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

$218 → $157

28%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$213 → $157

26%

10 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 29

$184 → $131

29%

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $144, offering the best value.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 3m

The typical direct flight duration from Houston to Austin is 1 hour and 3 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 29.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on the Houston to Austin route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights between Houston and Austin are frequently available.

Houston main airports to depart from

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

William P. Hobby is a good option for flights from Houston to Austin, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~16 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$114

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

George Bush Intercontinental is another choice for flights from Houston to Austin.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$123

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Houston to Austin.

📍 ~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 Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity to Austin, despite potential I-35 traffic.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

$347

Save $114

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to Austin is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $499. Booking 28-59 days out saw an average price of $913, while booking 60+ days in advance had an average price of $632. These trends are based on data collected across a 90-day trailing window, indicating that planning within this specific timeframe can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Austin was considered to be $318 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $448. Fares at the 75th percentile reached $685, indicating a higher price point. These figures provide a benchmark for what constitutes a cost-effective fare on this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Austin have included April, with a median price of $123, and May, with a median price of $144. September also showed a median price of $159. The annual median price for this route was $448, based on data from a 270-day window. These months typically offer more budget-friendly options for travelers.

Houston to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Austin

How much is a round trip from Houston to Austin

Regular price: $82 - $287

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Austin is $82 to $287. The current lowest deal is $147 with United Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 15.

now $147

Low $82

High $287

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Austin

May

Cheapest

Flights from $144

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,171

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec