Airport Comparison
| GPZ | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | GPZ | IAH |
| ICAO Code | KGPZ | KIAH |
| City | Grand Rapids | Houston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,356 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.210000, -93.510000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Grand Rapids (GPZ) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,922 kilometers (1,194 miles / 1,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 185°.
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.
Time zone information: When it's 08:22 in Grand Rapids, it's 08:22 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,260 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.