Flying from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Explore your options for taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight.
Austin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is the most popular route. There are 56 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with United Airlines at 10:05pm. Opt for the first IAH to AUS departure operated by United Airlines at 7:20am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to AUS.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport departing from IAH.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with United Airlines from IAH to AUS.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.27% of its services arriving as planned.
IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Think about kicking off your journey from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to AUS are available with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for bookings on the HOU to AUS route.
Southwest Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from William P. Hobby Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, with 77.88% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to AUS flight:
William P. Hobby Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 81.06% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUS instead:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
The centre of Austin is about 11 kilometres from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Rs13,647 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs27,493. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Houston to AUS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). July is the busiest month to visit Austin. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
Lock in a Houston to AUS flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Austin to range from 23ºC to 41ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC and 19ºC.
More about Austin
Start your Austin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown are major attractions which should be on any good Austin itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Austin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of Austin, a visit to Houston will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Austin. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are key highlights.
