Austin to Waco flights
Waco lies 154 km (95 mi) north of Austin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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 | Waco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 974,447 | 132,356 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 147 m (482 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | AUS, 11 km out | ACT, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 73301–78799 | 76701–76799 |
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 Waco
Waco is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Waco Regional Airport (ACT), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,107 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (GRK, 84 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waco Regional Airport (regional) | ACT | 11 km (7 mi) | 7,107 ft | 516 ft |
| Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield (regional) | GRK | 84 km (52 mi) | 9,997 ft | 1,015 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Waco from Austin?
154 km (95 mi) in a straight line, north of Austin.
How long does it take to get from Austin to Waco by air?
About 57 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 Waco?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Austin to Waco flights?
Typically Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Waco Regional Airport (ACT); Waco also has GRK.
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.