Direct flights from Columbus to Houston
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from CMH to HOU.
Flight time: about 2h12m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Columbus local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA1278 | 8:04a | 2h12m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA1151 | 1:26p | 2h12m | Tue–Wed |
| Southwest SWA726 | 3:41p | 2h11m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA1190 | 8:13p | 2h20m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA1190 | 8:25p | 2h14m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA1190 | 9:20p | 2h6m | Mon |
SouthwestThe route
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Nonstop from Columbus (CMH) to Houston (HOU)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Houston (HOU), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of CMH and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Columbus to Houston?
The nonstop flight from Columbus (CMH) to Houston (HOU) takes about 2h12m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Houston?
Driving from Columbus to Houston takes about 17h 23m behind the wheel — roughly 1,156 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h12m.