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$79+ Cheap flights from Houston to Austin (AUS)

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HOU — AUS
Jan 10 — Jan 171
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Austin (AUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

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Average price

$230
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 5, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2210:00 pmIAH - AUS
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/2512:05 pmAUS - IAH
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/3$152
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/245:00 amIAH - AUS
2 stops11h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/265:58 amAUS - IAH
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/3$211
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1410:21 pmIAH - AUS
2 stops25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/178:19 pmAUS - IAH
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/227:29 amIAH - AUS
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/2512:45 pmAUS - IAH
1 stop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/3$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/308:30 pmHOU - AUS
Nonstop0h 55mSouthwest
Sun 2/22:50 pmAUS - HOU
Nonstop1h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$289
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/187:30 amIAH - AUS
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Mon 1/208:23 pmAUS - IAH
2 stops14h 43mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/2512:14 pmHOU - AUS
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/266:00 amAUS - HOU
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:55 pmIAH - AUS
1 stop19h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/257:35 amAUS - IAH
1 stop16h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/3$467

Find flights from Houston to Austin within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Austin that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

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HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/22

10:00 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 1/25

12:05 pm-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$152

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/24

5:00 am-4:07 pm

2 stops11h 07m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 2/26

5:58 am-3:59 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$211

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/14

10:21 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops25h 11m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 2/17

8:19 pm-11:19 am

1 stop15h 00m

$238

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/22

7:29 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 1/25

12:45 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$286

HoustonAustin

HOU - AUS

HOUAUS

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/30

8:30 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 2/2

2:50 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$289

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/18

7:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 1/20

8:23 pm-11:06 am

2 stops14h 43m

$290

HoustonAustin

HOU - AUS

HOUAUS

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/25

12:14 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$308

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/18

6:55 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop19h 47m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/25

7:35 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$467

HoustonAustin

HOU - AUS

HOUAUS

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/4

2:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$79

HoustonAustin

IAH - AUS

IAHAUS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/12

6:10 am-5:44 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$89

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Austin

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Austin

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to Austin including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Austin?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Houston to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Austin in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Austin. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Austin flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Austin ranges from 2.1 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Austin when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Austin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Austin. Reviews last updated January 5, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Houston to Austin. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,612 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,517 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,945 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Austin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Austin from Houston?

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Austin. You should not have trouble finding flights to Austin Bergstrom from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Austin airport from Houston. It is only a 7.5 mi journey from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) to Austin’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Austin round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $152, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Austin.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Austin one-way?

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $145, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Austin?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $84. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Austin Bergstrom) can be booked for $152 on average our data indicates $362 when flying from Houston to Austin.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Austin that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Austin flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Austin?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Austin.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Austin?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Austin by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Austin?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Austin (average of $286). Flying from Houston to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Houston to Austin

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Austin. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$78Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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