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How much do flights to Austin cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£523

Cheapest round-trip

£930

Average round-trip

£1,156

Most popular airline

Alaska Airlines

Getting from Austin airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: Capital Metro bus Route 20.

Austin is served by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), located approximately 13 km southeast of downtown Austin. The airport offers several airport transfers to city center options including public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and rental cars. Journey times and costs vary depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours and major events in the city.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

35-50 min

$1.25; single ride fare

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

15-30 min

$25 – $40; metered; varies by traffic and destination

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

15-30 min

$20 – $45; surge pricing may apply during peak times

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

15-30 min

$50 – $90; pre-booked; price varies by vehicle type

by reservation (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

15-30 min

$40 – $100; daily rate; varies by vehicle class and season

on-demand during rental counter hours (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploring

Notes:

  • Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Capital Metro Route 20 operates between the airport and downtown Austin with multiple stops along the way.
  • Ride-hailing pickup is located on the lower level of the terminal at designated rideshare zones.
  • Traffic can significantly impact travel times, especially during SXSW, ACL Festival, and rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Austin

Depart from
Shanghai Pudong International
Arrive to
Austin–Bergstrom International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Austin

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Alaska AirlinesASAASNo
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
Air CanadaACAACYes
Korean AirKALKEYes
United AirlinesUALUANo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Austin

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January15°C6°C
February17°C8°C
March22°C11°C
April26°C15°C
May29°C19°C
June33°C22°C
July35°C24°C
August36°C24°C
September32°C22°C
October27°C17°C
November21°C11°C
December17°C8°C
Hottest Month
36°C
August
Coldest month
6°C
January
Sunny days
297
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
27 Jun
38°C25°C
4 Jul
17%
39°C24°C
Sunday
28 Jun
38°C25°C
5 Jul
37°C24°C
Monday
29 Jun
17%
38°C25°C
6 Jul
68%
35°C24°C
Tuesday
30 Jun
17%
38°C24°C
7 Jul
57%
37°C23°C
Wednesday
1 Jul
40%
39°C24°C
8 Jul
57%
38°C24°C
Thursday
2 Jul
38°C23°C
9 Jul
66%
32°C25°C
Friday
3 Jul
36%
38°C23°C
10 Jul
36%
37°C23°C
Travelers usually depart from Shanghai Pudong International, or Shanghai Hongqiao International when they travel from Shanghai to Austin. The most popular airlines for this route are Alaska Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air Canada, Korean Air, and United Airlines. Shanghai and Austin have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Shanghai?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Shanghai and London, Beijing, Guangzhou, Bangkok, Seoul, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Xi'an, Qingdao, Manila, Osaka, Chengdu, Chongqing, Taipei, Liverpool, Sanya, Phuket City, Kuala Lumpur, Honolulu.
What are the most popular routes to and from Austin?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Austin and London, Manchester, New York, Toronto, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Glasgow, Las Vegas, Denver, Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Mexico City, Calgary, Seattle, Orlando, Medellín, Salt Lake City, Vancouver, Cancún, Lima.
Which airports are there in Shanghai?
Shanghai is mainly served by Shanghai Pudong International. But there are other airports nearby, including Shanghai Hongqiao International.
What airports are near Shanghai?
The main airport in Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International. It is also served by Hangzhou Xiaoshan International, Ningbo Lishe International, Changzhou Benniu, Sunan Shuofang International, Zhoushan Putuoshan, Yangzhou Taizhou International, Nantong Xingdong.
What airports are near Austin?
The main airport in Austin is Austin–Bergstrom International. It is also served by George Bush Intercontinental, San Antonio International, William P. Hobby, Killeen–Fort Hood Regional, Easterwood, Waco Regional, Victoria Regional.
Which airlines fly between Shanghai and Austin?
Currently, you can fly between Shanghai and Austin with Alaska Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air Canada, Korean Air, United Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Shanghai and Austin?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Shanghai and Austin, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Shanghai and Austin?
Traveling between Shanghai and Austin, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Shanghai?
There are a number of airports in and around Shanghai. The main one is Shanghai Pudong International and other nearby airports include Hangzhou Xiaoshan International, Ningbo Lishe International, Changzhou Benniu, Sunan Shuofang International, Zhoushan Putuoshan, Yangzhou Taizhou International, Nantong Xingdong
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What time do flights between Shanghai and Austin depart?
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