Austin to Jackson flights
Jackson lies 753 km (468 mi) east of Austin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 43 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Austin | Jackson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 974,447 | 153,701 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | AUS, 11 km out | JAN, 10 km out |
| Postal codes | 73301–78799 | 39201–39298 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Austin
Austin is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,250-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (GRK, 89 km).
Arriving in Jackson
Jackson is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,500 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (regional) | JAN | 10 km (6 mi) | 8,500 ft | 346 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Jackson from Austin?
753 km (468 mi) in a straight line, east of Austin.
How long does it take to get from Austin to Jackson by air?
About 1 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Austin and Jackson?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Austin to Jackson flights?
Typically Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.