CAU
Caruaru
Brazil
7,625 km
4,738 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
7,625 km
4,738 mi / 4,117 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Fortaleza
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAU IAH
Airport Name Caruaru Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code CAU IAH
ICAO Code SNRU KIAH
City Caruaru Houston
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Fortaleza America/Chicago
Elevation 1,891 ft 96 ft
Coordinates -8.280000, -36.010000 29.980000, -95.340000

Caruaru (CAU) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 7,625 kilometers (4,738 miles / 4,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Brazil 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 19:15 in Caruaru, it's 16:15 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 1,795 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Caruaru Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 114° (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 Caruaru Airport (CAU) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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