Cheap Flights from Houston to Austin
Cheap Flights from Houston to Austin
Looking for cheap flights from Houston to Austin? PointsYeah scans award availability across major airline and bank transfer programs in one place, so travelers can compare the lowest points and cash routes faster. Instead of searching each airline separately, users can see pricing from programs like Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt side by side.
Award prices from Houston to Austin vary by season, cabin, and date, but available award flights can start around 8,500 points one way, with premium cabins available at higher mileage levels. The live search above allows filtering by cabin, airline, stops, or maximum points to find the best award flights from Houston to Austin for specific travel dates.
2027-01-01
IAH - AUS
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 8,500 Pts + $10.1
2027-01-02
IAH - AUS
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 8,500 Pts + $10.1
2027-01-04
IAH - AUS
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 8,500 Pts + $10.1
Houston to Austin flight facts
Distance
140 mi
225 km in a straight line
Estimated flight time
about 45m
In the air, for the straight-line distance
Time difference
Same time zone
Austin is in the same time zone as Houston.
Airports in Houston
IAH · George Bush Intercontinental Houston
Airports in Austin
AUS · Austin Bergstrom Intl
Nearby airport alternatives
Flights Houston - San Antonio · San Antonio is 66 mi from Austin
Premium cabin flights from Houston to Austin
Selected hotels for your next stay
Austin (United States)
Miraval Austin Resort and Spa
From 40,000 Pts or $958
Austin, TX (USA)
W Austin
From Pts or $282
Austin, TX (USA)
Renaissance Austin Hotel
From Pts or $152
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest route from Houston to Austin depends on award space, transfer bonuses, and travel dates. PointsYeah compares bank and airline programs in one place so you can find the best points and cash combinations faster.
Yes. Transferable points from Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt can often be moved to airline partners for flights from Houston to Austin.
Yes. Searching metro codes when available helps compare nearby airport combinations for flights from Houston to Austin.
Houston and Austin are about 140 miles (225 km) apart in a straight line.
Flying the 140-mile straight-line distance takes about 45m in the air, estimated from typical cruising speed. Actual travel time depends on the routing; itineraries with connections take longer.
Austin is in the same time zone as Houston.
Departures from Houston: George Bush Intercontinental Houston (IAH). Arrivals in Austin: Austin Bergstrom Intl (AUS).
Travelers searching this route also look at other popular routes into Austin, plus the return trip when we track it. Fares and award space change daily.
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