BBA
Balmaceda
Chile
8,770 km
5,450 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
8,770 km
5,450 mi / 4,735 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
339°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BBA IAH
Airport Name Balmaceda Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code BBA IAH
ICAO Code SCBA KIAH
City Balmaceda Houston
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Chicago
Elevation 1,722 ft 96 ft
Coordinates -45.920000, -71.690000 29.980000, -95.340000

Balmaceda (BBA) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 8,770 kilometers (5,450 miles / 4,735 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:16 in Balmaceda, it's 02:16 in Houston. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,626 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Balmaceda Airport (BBA) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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