Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to San Antonio

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to San Antonio International (SAT). It's 191 miles (307 km), about 1h 8m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
SAT
San Antonio International
🇺🇸 San Antonio, USA
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
191 mi
307 km
CO₂/pax
35 kg
−78 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → SAT
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
191 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to San Antonio with one stop · direct emits 35 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH DFW (Dallas) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (247 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+223% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → SAT
1h 13m · 247 mi
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IAH MTY (Monterrey) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 39m (411 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (277 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+334% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MTY
1h 39m · 411 mi
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Leg 2
MTY → SAT
1h 5m · 277 mi
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IAH MSY (New Orleans) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 15m (304 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (495 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+394% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSY
1h 15m · 304 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → SAT
1h 40m · 495 mi
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IAH ELP (El Paso) SAT
Leg 1: 2h 11m (668 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (496 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+589% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → ELP
2h 11m · 668 mi
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Leg 2
ELP → SAT
1h 25m · 496 mi
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IAH SLP (San Luis Potosi) SAT
Leg 1: 2h 6m (635 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (523 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+586% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → SLP
2h 6m · 635 mi
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Leg 2
SLP → SAT
1h 31m · 523 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to San Antonio?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to San Antonio (SAT) takes approximately 1 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 191 miles (307 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to San Antonio?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to San Antonio?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from San Antonio?

The flight distance from Houston to San Antonio is 191 miles (307 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to San Antonio?

At 1h 8m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 35 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 175 km.

Is the return flight from San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

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 George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

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