Austin's main airport, with private terminals on the field.
Austin-Bergstrom sits about 7 miles southeast of downtown Austin in a straight line, and it's the main private jet airport we list for Austin.
Private jet routes through Austin-Bergstrom
We cover 2 routes through Austin-Bergstrom. The shortest trip is Dallas to Austin (about 45 min); the longest is Austin to Las Vegas (about 2 hr 55 min).
| Route | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas to Austin | Light jet | about 45 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Austin to Las Vegas | Light jet | about 2 hr 55 min | $16,000–$21,500 |
2026 estimates with typical fees, for the jet size most groups choose. How we estimate.
Runways at Austin-Bergstrom
Austin-Bergstrom has 2 runways; the longest, 18R/36L, is 12,250 feet. That is long enough for every private jet, including the largest long-range models.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18R/36L | 12,250 ft | 150 ft | concrete |
| 18L/36R | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | concrete |
Flight times from Austin-Bergstrom
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from AUS to the main private jet airport of other cities, for the jet size most groups of four to six would pick. Real quotes depend on the date and where the aircraft is based.
| To | Distance | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 1,511 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 30 min | $19,000–$25,500 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 1,246 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 20 min | $18,000–$24,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,099 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 40 min | $14,500–$19,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 972 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 30 min | $13,500–$18,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 189 mi | Light jet | about 45 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 1,088 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 55 min | $16,000–$21,500 |
| Aspen (ASE) | 813 mi | Midsize jet | about 2 hr | $13,000–$17,000 |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 1,093 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 35 min | $14,500–$19,000 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Other private jet airports nearby
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), Houston: about 148 miles away.
- Dallas Love Field (DAL), Dallas: about 189 miles away.
- Addison Airport (ADS), Dallas: about 198 miles away.
- Nashville International Airport (BNA), Nashville: about 755 miles away.
When Austin gets busy
- SXSW in March and the US Grand Prix in October are the two big spikes.
- The Austin City Limits festival brings two busy weekends in October.
On those dates, aircraft and parking at Austin-Bergstrom fill up early and quotes climb. Booking two to three weeks ahead helps.
Questions about Austin-Bergstrom
How far is Austin-Bergstrom from downtown Austin?
About 7 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Austin-Bergstrom?
On this site: Dallas to Austin, Austin to Las Vegas.
Is Austin-Bergstrom only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
Codes: IATA AUS, ICAO KAUS. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.