CHL
Challis
United States
2,314 km
1,438 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
2,314 km
1,438 mi / 1,250 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Boise
Heading
128°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CHL IAH
Airport Name Challis Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code CHL IAH
ICAO Code KLLJ KIAH
City Challis Houston
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Boise America/Chicago
Elevation 5,076 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 29.980000, -95.340000

Challis (CHL) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 2,314 kilometers (1,438 miles / 1,250 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 04:34 in Challis, it's 05:34 in Houston.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,980 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 320° (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 Challis Airport (CHL) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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