About flights from Austin (AUS)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has quietly grown into one of the more interesting departure points in the American South. What started as a converted Air Force base now handles millions of passengers a year, and the growth shows — not just in the terminals, but in where you can actually go from here. Ninety-six direct destinations across eight countries gives you genuine options, whether you're chasing a beach in Mexico or a board meeting in Frankfurt.
Quick stats for AUS
- Direct destinations: 96
- Countries served: 8
- Continents reached: 2 of 6
- Average flight distance: 1,812 km
- Longest non-stop: Frankfurt (FRA) — 8,526 km (~10h 39m)
- Shortest non-stop: Houston (IAH) — 225 km (~17 min)
- Reach score: 72/99
Why fly to Austin?
Texas's capital has a pull that goes beyond the music scene and the food trucks. It's a genuine tech hub now, which means the airport has had to keep pace — and largely has. Direct routes to four Canadian cities and six Mexican destinations make it a strong regional connector, while that Frankfurt route (8,526 km, operated by Condor) stands out as proof that transatlantic ambitions are real here. For travelers heading the other direction, the hop to Houston's IAH is just 225 km — almost comically short, but useful if you're connecting onward to Latin America or Asia. Eighty-one domestic routes mean you're rarely forced into a layover you don't want.
Longest non-stop flights from AUS
The furthest destinations you can reach non-stop from Austin:
- Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) — 8,526 km, approximately 10h 39m
- Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) — 8,171 km, approximately 10h 13m
- London, United Kingdom (LHR) — 7,892 km, approximately 9h 52m
- San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) — 3,450 km, approximately 4h 19m
- Panama City, Panama (PTY) — 3,021 km, approximately 3h 47m
Short-haul flights from AUS
Quick getaway options with the shortest flights from Austin:
- Houston, USA (IAH) — 225 km, approximately 17 min
- Houston, USA (HOU) — 238 km, approximately 18 min
- Dallas, USA (DAL) — 304 km, approximately 23 min
- Dallas, USA (DFW) — 306 km, approximately 23 min
- Harlingen, USA (HRL) — 442 km, approximately 33 min
Top countries by direct connections from AUS
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport connects to 8 countries. Here are the most served:
- USA — 81 destinations (Albuquerque, Amarillo, Asheville, Aspen and 77 more)
- Mexico — 6 destinations (Cancun, Mexico City, Mexico City, Monterrey and 2 more)
- Canada — 4 destinations (Calgary, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver)
- Netherlands — 1 destination (Amsterdam)
- Germany — 1 destination (Frankfurt)
- United Kingdom — 1 destination (London)
- Panama — 1 destination (Panama City)
- Puerto Rico — 1 destination (San Juan)
Where to fly from Austin
Flights to USA
Austin has 81 direct routes to USA:
- Houston (IAH) — 225 km
- Houston (HOU) — 238 km
- Dallas (DAL) — 304 km
- Dallas (DFW) — 306 km
- Harlingen (HRL) — 442 km
- McAllen (MFE) — 451 km
- ...and 75 more destinations
Flights to Mexico
Austin has 6 direct routes to Mexico:
- Monterrey (MTY) — 548 km
- Mexico City (NLU) — 1,170 km
- Mexico City (MEX) — 1,206 km
- Puerto Vallarta (PVR) — 1,303 km
- San Jose Cabo (SJD) — 1,429 km
- Cancun (CUN) — 1,485 km
Flights to Canada
Austin has 4 direct routes to Canada:
- Toronto (YYZ) — 2,187 km
- Montreal (YUL) — 2,682 km
- Calgary (YYC) — 2,691 km
- Vancouver (YVR) — 3,009 km
Tips for travelers at AUS
Getting to the airport is straightforward if you plan ahead. The CapMetro 20 bus connects downtown to the terminal, though an Uber or Lyft typically runs faster during off-peak hours. Security lines at AUS can surprise you — even with TSA PreCheck, weekend mornings get congested as leisure traffic builds up. Spring and fall are the sweet spots for flying in and out; summer heat doesn't affect flights much, but it makes curbside waiting genuinely unpleasant. Give yourself time to eat inside the terminal — the local food options landside are better than most airports this size.
Frequently asked questions about flying to Austin
What's the best way to get from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to downtown Austin?
You can take a rideshare like Uber or Lyft for about $15-25, grab a taxi from the ground transportation level, or rent a car if you need flexibility—the airport is only about 5 miles from downtown, so any option gets you there in 15-20 minutes.
When is the best time to fly to or from Austin?
Late spring (May) and early fall (September) offer great weather and fewer crowds than summer, while winter months can have occasional ice storms; Tuesday and Wednesday flights tend to be cheaper than weekend departures.
How many direct flights does Austin-Bergstrom offer?
Austin-Bergstrom has 96 direct destinations, so you can fly non-stop to most major US cities plus several international hubs in Mexico and Canada without a connection.
Do I need a visa to enter the USA through Austin?
It depends on your citizenship—US citizens and many nationalities under the Visa Waiver Program (like EU, UK, Australia) just need a valid passport, but others should check with the US State Department or a consulate well before your trip.
What's a helpful tip for getting through Austin-Bergstrom smoothly?
The airport is relatively small and easy to get through, but arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights; TSA PreCheck lines move quickly here, and the airport has decent food and Wi-Fi options in the terminals.
Is flying into Austin expensive compared to other Texas airports?
Austin is generally pricier than Dallas or Houston since it's a smaller hub, but you'll save money on ground transportation and avoid big-city traffic—plus direct flights to 96 destinations mean fewer connection fees.
Plan your trip from Austin
Browse the complete list of 96 destinations below to find your next flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Each route page includes distance, estimated flight time, and airline information to help you plan your trip.