CEM
Central
United States
5,175 km
3,215 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
5,175 km
3,215 mi / 2,794 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CEM IAH
Airport Name Central Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code CEM IAH
ICAO Code PACE KIAH
City Central Houston
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Chicago
Elevation 937 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 65.570000, -144.780000 29.980000, -95.340000

Central (CEM) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Central Airport (CEM) in Central, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 5,175 kilometers (3,215 miles / 2,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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 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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 01:01 in Central, it's 04:01 in Houston. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Central (CEM) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Central Airport (CEM) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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