The flight distance from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,183 kilometers (735 miles / 639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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 06:17 in Gainesville, it's 05:17 in Houston.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,181 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Gainesville (GVL) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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