Direct flights from Houston Hobby to Austin
22 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from HOU to AUS.
Flight time: about 28m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Houston Hobby local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA8501 | 6:59a | 28m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA202 | 8:19a | 28m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA1229 | 10:04a | 34m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA1229 | 10:11a | 29m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA279 | 10:35a | 28m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA3606 | 10:38a | 28m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA3715 | 10:58a | 28m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA1891 | 11:23a | 27m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA1891 | 11:30a | 28m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA4919 | 2:54p | 27m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA1426 | 3:09p | 27m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA1891 | 3:44p | 28m | Mon, Fri |
| Southwest SWA1891 | 4:20p | 28m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA4919 | 4:48p | 28m | Tue–Wed |
| Southwest SWA1229 | 8:56p | 39m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA3553 | 9:02p | 28m | Thu–Fri |
| Southwest SWA1229 | 9:19p | 38m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA3553 | 9:36p | 40m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA1229 | 9:47p | 27m | Sun |
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Nonstop from Houston Hobby (HOU) to Austin (AUS)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) has 22 nonstop flights a week to Austin (AUS), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of HOU and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Houston Hobby to Austin?
The nonstop flight from Houston Hobby (HOU) to Austin (AUS) takes about 28m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Houston Hobby to Austin?
Driving from Houston Hobby to Austin takes about 2h 32m — roughly 165 miles — so the car is a real alternative on this route. The nonstop flight takes about 28m.