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Cheapest round-trip
$101
Typical prices: $326-$567
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HOU - AUS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$51
Typical prices: $179-$348
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Sat 12/1
HOU - AUS • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 58m
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Most punctual • 83% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Austin (HOU-AUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Austin

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:45 pm - 11:45 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
1h 00mnonstop
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:40 pm - 9:45 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
1h 05mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:00 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:45 am - 10:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
0h 55mnonstop
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4:50 pm - 5:50 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 10
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2:20 pm - 3:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
1h 00mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 2:00 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:40 pm - 9:45 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
1h 05mnonstop
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12:55 pm - 1:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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10:45 pm - 11:45 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
1h 00mnonstop
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1:10 pm - 2:10 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
1h 00mnonstop
$101Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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9:58 am - 3:51 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:28 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$159American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:09 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:28 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$238American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
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8:09 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:28 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$248American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
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8:09 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 9:28 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin typically range from $326 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $101, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin. It’s 31% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 53% higher.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Hobby to Austin

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Hobby to Austin

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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:55 am and lands at 8:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:10 pm and lands at 12:08 am.

    The flight takes about 58m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin takes 58m, covering 148 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin range from $326 to $567, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Southwest is the only airline operating Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $101 to $604. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $61, which is 80% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?

    Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Easirent

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Houston Hobby Airport to Austin route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $715, a difference of $389.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Austin?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Austin.

  • What popular places can I visit in Austin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to Austin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $326, about $389 less than Thursday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to Austin trip for November. Fares historically average $227 round-trip in that month - typically $528 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Austin Bergstrom Airport.

    • Hyatt Place Austin Airport
    • Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
    • Hilton Austin Airport

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