Drive or Fly: Port Arthur, TX to Lubbock, TX?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
Driving is significantly cheaper and the distance is manageable in one day.
Drive
Door to Door
9h 45m
Distance
644.7 mi
Total Cost
$133
CO2
260 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$98
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Driver fatigue on longer stretches
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 44m
1h 4m in the air
Air Distance
530 mi
Total Cost
$196
CO2
135 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$141
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Port Arthur, TXJack Brooks Regional Airport (7 mi)
Lubbock, TXLubbock Preston Smith International Airport (6 mi)
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Saves about 5h 1m compared to driving
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 9h 45m | 4h 44m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $133 | $196 |
| Carbon footprint | 260 kg CO2 | 135 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Port Arthur, TX to Lubbock, TX with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.