Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Miami

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Miami International (MIA). It's 956 miles (1,538 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
MIA
Miami International
🇺🇸 Miami, USA
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
956 mi
1,538 km
CO₂/pax
161 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → MIA
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
956 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Miami with one stop · direct emits 161 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MSY (New Orleans) MIA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (674 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
View HOU to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → MIA
2h 1m · 674 mi
View MSY to MIA flights →
HOU SRQ (Sarasota) MIA
Leg 1: 2h 10m (789 mi) Leg 2: 1h 4m (178 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SRQ
2h 10m · 789 mi
View HOU to SRQ flights →
Leg 2
SRQ → MIA
1h 4m · 178 mi
View SRQ to MIA flights →
HOU TPA (Tampa) MIA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (780 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (204 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → TPA
2h 5m · 780 mi
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Leg 2
TPA → MIA
1h 11m · 204 mi
View TPA to MIA flights →
HOU PNS (Pensacola) MIA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (487 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (531 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → PNS
1h 30m · 487 mi
View HOU to PNS flights →
Leg 2
PNS → MIA
1h 47m · 531 mi
View PNS to MIA flights →
HOU VPS (Fort Walton Beach) MIA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 42m (501 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → VPS
1h 40m · 526 mi
View HOU to VPS flights →
Leg 2
VPS → MIA
1h 42m · 501 mi
View VPS to MIA flights →

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MIA → HOU: Flights from Miami to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Miami?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Miami (MIA) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 956 miles (1,538 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Miami?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Miami?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Miami?

The flight distance from Houston to Miami is 956 miles (1,538 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Miami?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Houston to Miami?

Roughly 161 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 805 km.

Is the return flight from Miami to Houston also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Miami?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.