Airport Comparison
| HOU | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | William P Hobby Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | HOU | IAD |
| ICAO Code | KHOU | KIAD |
| City | Houston | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 46 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.650000, -95.280000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Houston (HOU) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from William P Hobby Airport (HOU) in Houston, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 1,925 kilometers (1,196 miles / 1,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
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 05:57 in Houston, it's 06:57 in Washington.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Houston (HOU) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the William P Hobby Airport (HOU) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.