How much is a taxi from AUS to downtown Austin?

Taxi fares: about $30–$45. The ride takes 15–30 min depending on traffic.

How far is AUS from downtown Austin?

About 5 miles, or 15–30 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from AUS?

Airlines at AUS include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Sun Country Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Aeroméxico, Viva Aerobus, Copa Airlines, British Airways, KLM and Lufthansa. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave AUS on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Austin, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at AUS?

American Admirals Club; Delta Sky Club; United Club.

Is there a hotel at AUS?

No hotel inside the terminal; hotels near the airport run shuttles.

How long do I need to connect at AUS?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our AUS connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at AUS?

Economy lot with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at AUS?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. The customs hall is on the Barbara Jordan Terminal's arrivals level.

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Austin · airport guide

Austin Airport guide

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport has the Barbara Jordan Terminal (the South Terminal closed on March 31, 2026). The quickest way from AUS to downtown Austin is the CapMetro Route 20 bus (about 30 minutes, $1.25).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Austin

30 min

CapMetro Route 20 bus, $1.25

Taxi

15–30 min

about $30–$45

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from AUS to downtown Austin is the CapMetro Route 20 bus (about 30 minutes, $1.25). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Southwest, American, Delta, United and Alaska.

Terminals: The Barbara Jordan Terminal (the South Terminal closed on March 31, 2026)
Taxi: 15–30 min, about $30–$45
Distance: About 5 miles to downtown Austin
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: American Admirals Club; Delta Sky Club and more

Getting from AUS to downtown Austin

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

CapMetro Route 20 busto downtown and UT Austinabout 30 min$1.25
Taxi or rideshare15–30 minabout $30–$45

Inside AUS

Terminals and connections

Every airline now flies from the Barbara Jordan Terminal, Allegiant and Frontier included since the South Terminal closed on March 31, 2026. All of its gates are inside one secure area, so connections are a walk.

How long a layover you need at AUS

Lounges

•American Admirals Club
•Delta Sky Club
•United Club

Sleep, showers and hotels

•No hotel inside the terminal; hotels near the airport run shuttles

Parking at AUS

•Economy lot with shuttles, the cheapest
•Blue Garage
•Red Garage, next to the terminal

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check AUS's official site.

AUS tips

•If an old booking or app says South Terminal, ignore it: all flights now use the Barbara Jordan Terminal.

Can you leave AUS on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Austin and back, the fastest way30 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at AUS

Major airlines that fly from AUS (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Allegiant Air Carry-on 22 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
WestJet Carry-on 53 × 38 × 23 cm Bag fees
Porter Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Aeroméxico Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Viva Aerobus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Copa Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 10 in Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
KLM Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees

AUS airport FAQ

The quickest option is the CapMetro Route 20 bus to downtown and UT Austin: about 30 minutes for $1.25. A taxi takes 15–30 min (about $30–$45).

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