Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Seattle

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA). It's 1,893 miles (3,046 km), about 4h 40m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
SEA
Seattle Tacoma International
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
Flight Time
4h 40m
Distance
1,893 mi
3,046 km
CO₂/pax
320 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → SEA
Flight Time
4h 40m
Distance
1,893 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Seattle with one stop · direct emits 320 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU DAL (Dallas) SEA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 4h 15m (1,669 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
View HOU to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → SEA
4h 15m · 1,669 mi
View DAL to SEA flights →
HOU OKC (Oklahoma City) SEA
Leg 1: 1h 25m (418 mi) Leg 2: 4h 4m (1,519 mi) Total: ~5h 29m 🍃 359 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → OKC
1h 25m · 418 mi
View HOU to OKC flights →
Leg 2
OKC → SEA
4h 4m · 1,519 mi
View OKC to SEA flights →
HOU SLC (Salt Lake City) SEA
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,214 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (688 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → SLC
3h 10m · 1,214 mi
View HOU to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → SEA
2h 20m · 688 mi
View SLC to SEA flights →
HOU DEN (Denver) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (882 mi) Leg 2: 3h 2m (1,023 mi) Total: ~5h 32m 🍃 361 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DEN
2h 30m · 882 mi
View HOU to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → SEA
3h 2m · 1,023 mi
View DEN to SEA flights →
HOU ABQ (Albuquerque) SEA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (759 mi) Leg 2: 3h 18m (1,178 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 365 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ABQ
2h 15m · 759 mi
View HOU to ABQ flights →
Leg 2
ABQ → SEA
3h 18m · 1,178 mi
View ABQ to SEA flights →

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SEA → HOU: Flights from Seattle to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Seattle?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Seattle (SEA) takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,893 miles (3,046 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Seattle?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Seattle?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Seattle?

The flight distance from Houston to Seattle is 1,893 miles (3,046 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Seattle?

At 4h 40m, 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 Seattle?

Roughly 320 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,600 km.

Is the return flight from Seattle 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 Seattle?

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.