The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 2,254 kilometers (1,401 miles / 1,217 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 06:05 in Austin, it's 04:05 in South Lake Tahoe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,727 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.