If you’re flying to Austin, Texas to look at homes, there’s a good chance your introduction to Central Texas will begin at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
Austin-Bergstrom is Austin’s primary commercial airport and serves approximately 20 million passengers annually. It offers more than 15 airlines and a large network of nonstop destinations, making Austin accessible from major cities across the United States as well as international gateways including London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Mexico City, Montreal and Panama City. Fly Austin
For buyers considering a move to Austin, that connectivity can matter almost as much as bedrooms, square footage and commute time.
If you're flying into Austin specifically to explore the real estate market, contact Bob McCranie with Texas Pride Realty Group – HomeSmart Stars before your trip. Bob is a 24-year veteran real estate professional who has participated in more than 1,150 property sales and has 45 Google 5-star reviews.
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What Airlines Fly Into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport?
According to Austin-Bergstrom's current airline directory, the Barbara Jordan Terminal is served by Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, British Airways, Cayman Airways, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Porter Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United Airlines, Viva Aerobus and WestJet. Fly Austin
That is an impressive selection for a city Austin's size and provides relocating buyers with both domestic and international options.
Airlines and schedules change frequently, so always check the airport and individual airline before booking.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Airlines & Flights
Southwest Airlines at Austin-Bergstrom
Southwest Airlines is one of the most important carriers at AUS and offers an extensive network of nonstop flights.
Current nonstop Southwest destinations include cities such as:
- Albuquerque
- Amarillo
- Atlanta
- Baltimore
- Boston
- Burbank
- Charleston
- Chicago Midway
- Cincinnati
- Columbus
- Dallas Love Field
- Denver
- El Paso
- Fort Lauderdale
- Houston Hobby
- Indianapolis
- Jacksonville
- Kansas City
- Las Vegas
- Long Beach
- Los Angeles
- Lubbock
- Miami
- Midland
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- Oakland
- Oklahoma City
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Raleigh-Durham
- Reno
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- San Juan
- St. Louis
- Tampa
- Washington Reagan National
Some routes are seasonal, and additional routes are scheduled to begin in the future. Fly Austin
For someone relocating to Austin while maintaining family, business or professional connections elsewhere, Southwest's network can make frequent trips much easier.
How Much Does It Cost to Fly Southwest to Austin?
Airfare changes constantly, but current Southwest fare searches give buyers a useful idea of what promotional pricing can look like.
Southwest is currently advertising select Austin flights starting at $66 one way. Recent examples included Dallas Love Field to Austin from about $79 one way, Denver to Austin from about $95, and New Orleans to Austin from about $97. Those are date-specific promotional fares, not normal guaranteed prices. Southwest Airlines
For planning purposes, I would budget more conservatively rather than building a house-hunting trip around the lowest advertised fare.
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American Airlines Flights to Austin
American Airlines provides another major source of Austin connectivity.
Current nonstop American routes include important markets such as:
- Charlotte
- Chicago O'Hare
- Dallas-Fort Worth
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- New York JFK
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
American also provides access to many additional cities through its major hubs. Fly Austin
For relocating buyers coming from Dallas-Fort Worth, American's DFW-AUS route can be particularly convenient.
What Do American Airlines Flights to Austin Cost?
Current American Airlines searches illustrate how dramatically airfare can vary by city.
Recent round-trip economy examples included approximately:
- Dallas-Fort Worth to Austin: from $157-$177
- Chicago to Austin: from $265-$291
- Miami to Austin: from $267-$277
- Los Angeles to Austin: from $287-$291
- New York to Austin: from about $301
- Philadelphia to Austin: from about $257 and higher depending upon dates
These are examples rather than permanent fares. American specifically notes that displayed fares can change after publication. American Airlines
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Delta Air Lines at Austin
Delta Air Lines has significantly expanded its Austin presence and now provides nonstop service from AUS to a broad range of cities.
Current destinations include markets such as:
- Asheville
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Cincinnati
- Columbus
- Denver
- Indianapolis
- Jacksonville
- Kansas City
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- McAllen
- Memphis
- Miami
- Minneapolis-St. Paul
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York JFK
- Orlando
- Palm Springs
- Phoenix
- Raleigh-Durham
- Salt Lake City
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Washington Reagan National
Delta also serves Cancun from Austin, with additional routes announced for future schedules. Fly Austin
That expanding network can be especially valuable for corporate relocation buyers who expect to travel regularly after moving to Austin.
United Airlines at Austin
United Airlines connects Austin with several of United's important hubs and markets.
Current nonstop destinations include Chicago O'Hare, Denver, Houston Bush Intercontinental, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco and Washington Dulles, among others reflected in current schedules. Fly Austin
Connecting through those hubs provides access to United's much larger domestic and international network.
Alaska Airlines at Austin
Alaska Airlines gives Austin residents additional access to the western United States.
Current AUS nonstop service includes markets such as Portland and San Diego, with schedules subject to seasonal changes. Fly Austin
For buyers relocating from the West Coast, it's worth comparing Alaska, Southwest, American, Delta and United because several Austin-West Coast routes have multiple competing carriers.
Budget Airlines at Austin-Bergstrom
Price-conscious travelers also have several options at AUS.
Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines serve Austin, with routes varying throughout the year. Fly Austin
When comparing a low advertised fare with a traditional carrier, compare the total cost of the trip. Baggage, advance seat selection and other optional services can materially change the final ticket price.
That can be particularly important if you're coming to Austin with luggage for a multi-day relocation or house-hunting trip.
International Flights to Austin
One of Austin-Bergstrom's biggest advantages is that you don't necessarily have to connect through Dallas, Houston, Atlanta or another U.S. hub when arriving from overseas.
AUS currently has nonstop international connections that include destinations such as:
- Amsterdam
- Calgary
- Cancun
- Frankfurt
- Grand Cayman
- London Heathrow
- Mexico City
- Monterrey
- Montreal
- Panama City, Panama
- San José del Cabo
International routes can be seasonal and are particularly susceptible to schedule changes, so confirm service for your specific travel dates. Fly Austin
British Airways: London Heathrow to Austin
British Airways provides nonstop service between London Heathrow (LHR) and Austin (AUS). Fly Austin
That's an especially valuable connection for Austin's international business and technology communities. Heathrow also gives passengers access to connections throughout the UK, Europe and beyond.
For buyers relocating from Britain or Americans returning to Texas after living overseas, being able to fly directly into Austin rather than connecting through another U.S. airport can make the trip much easier.
KLM: Amsterdam to Austin
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines operates nonstop service between Amsterdam Schiphol and Austin. Fly Austin
Amsterdam's enormous connecting network makes the flight useful not only for travelers from the Netherlands but also for passengers connecting from destinations throughout Europe and beyond.
Lufthansa: Frankfurt to Austin
Lufthansa connects Frankfurt, Germany with Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Fly Austin
Frankfurt is one of Europe's major aviation hubs, making this another important connection for Austin's international corporate and technology sectors.
Air Canada and WestJet
Austin also has direct Canadian connections.
Air Canada serves Montreal, while WestJet provides Canadian service reflected in the airport's current airline and route information. Fly Austin
Aeromexico and Viva Aerobus
Mexico is another important part of Austin's international network.
Aeromexico serves Mexico City, while Viva Aerobus is also a current AUS airline partner. Fly Austin
How Often Do Airlines Fly Into Austin?
There isn't one useful "Austin flight schedule" because AUS serves dozens of destinations and frequencies change by airline, day and season.
Large business markets and airline hubs can have several departures each day, while leisure and international routes may operate only on selected days of the week.
Austin-Bergstrom now provides an interactive flight map that lets passengers explore nonstop and connecting flights, filter by travel dates and view route and schedule information. Fly Austin
Explore Current Nonstop Flights From Austin-Bergstrom
For a home buyer, that flexibility can make it possible to fly into Austin for a focused two- or three-day property search rather than turning the trip into a week-long visit.
Flying to Austin to Look at Homes?
That's where I can help.
I'm Bob McCranie with Texas Pride Realty Group – HomeSmart Stars. I've spent 24 years in real estate and have participated in more than 1,150 property sales, with 45 Google 5-star reviews.
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Current listings on AustinBestAgent.com cover Austin properties across a wide range of neighborhoods, prices and housing styles. Texas Pride Realty
Where Should You Look for Homes When Relocating to Austin?
One of the biggest mistakes a relocating buyer can make is assuming "Austin" is one homogeneous real estate market.
It isn't.
Depending upon your budget, workplace, preferred lifestyle and commuting requirements, your search might take you into Central Austin, East Austin, South Austin, Northwest Austin or communities beyond Austin itself.
Areas worth investigating can include:
- Downtown Austin
- East Austin
- South Austin
- North Austin
- Northwest Austin
- West Austin
- Great Hills
- Circle C Ranch
- Tarrytown
- Northwest Hills
- Mueller
- Westlake
- Lakeway
- Bee Cave
- Pflugerville
- Round Rock
- Cedar Park
- Leander
- Buda
- Kyle
The right answer depends on your priorities rather than somebody else's list of the "best" Austin neighborhoods.
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Is Living Near Austin-Bergstrom Airport Important?
For occasional travelers, probably not very much.
For someone who travels two or three times every month, it can be a major quality-of-life consideration.
Austin-Bergstrom is southeast of Downtown Austin. Buyers who expect to travel frequently may want us to consider airport accessibility alongside factors such as:
- Commute to work
- Home price
- Property taxes
- Neighborhood amenities
- Highway access
- Housing style
- Lot size
- New construction
- Access to Downtown Austin
- Distance from major employers
- Airport noise and flight paths
Some current Austin listings on AustinBestAgent.com specifically highlight convenient access to AUS, Downtown Austin and major employment centers, illustrating how airport accessibility can become a meaningful selling point in portions of the Austin market. Texas Pride Realty
Tips for Buyers Flying Into Austin to Look at Homes
If you're making a special trip to Austin to investigate buying a home, preparation can save hours once you arrive:
- Contact Bob before booking the trip. We can discuss how much time you'll realistically need.
- Get pre-approved for financing first. If you find the right property, you'll be in a much stronger position to act.
- Send your priorities in advance. Price, bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, yard, home style and commute all help narrow the search.
- Tell me where you'll be working. Austin traffic means workplace location can significantly influence your home search.
- Tell me how often you fly. If you're constantly traveling, access to AUS deserves more weight.
- Don't try to see 30 houses in one day. A focused list of serious possibilities is much more productive.
- Allow time to explore neighborhoods. You aren't just buying a house; you're choosing where you'll live.
- Group showings geographically. Driving from one side of the Austin area to another repeatedly wastes valuable house-hunting time.
- Visit your favorite area more than once. A neighborhood can feel different during rush hour, evenings and weekends.
- Leave flexibility before your return flight. You may want a second showing of a property before making a decision.
- Consider airport noise when shopping near AUS. Convenient airport access and aircraft noise are two sides of the same location decision.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothes. A full day of property tours can be surprisingly tiring.
Turn Your Austin Flight Into a Productive House-Hunting Trip
Looking at Austin homes online is an excellent way to begin.
But eventually you need to experience the city.
A map can't fully tell you how a commute feels at 5:00 p.m. It can't show you whether you like the streets surrounding a particular house. It can't tell you whether you prefer the energy of East Austin, the established neighborhoods of Central Austin, suburban living north of the city or the Hill Country feel west of Austin.
That's why a relocation trip should include more than opening front doors.
I want to help you understand the geography of Austin so you can make a better real estate decision.
Moving to Austin? Let's Start Before Your Plane Takes Off
If you're considering relocating to Austin or one of the surrounding Central Texas communities, contact me before your trip.
We'll talk about your budget, lifestyle, employment location and housing priorities. Then we can identify potential neighborhoods, review current listings and build an efficient property tour.
When your flight arrives at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, we'll already have a plan.
Bob McCranie
Texas Pride Realty Group – HomeSmart Stars
24-Year Veteran Real Estate Agent
1,150+ Properties Sold
45 Google 5-Star Reviews
Phone: 972-754-0582
Email: bobmccranie@gmail.com
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Airlines, routes, schedules, frequencies and fares change frequently. Prices mentioned in this article are examples available when researched and are not guaranteed fares. Always verify current routes, schedules, prices, baggage policies and travel requirements directly with the airline before booking.