Airport Comparison
| HOU | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | William P Hobby Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | HOU | SLC |
| ICAO Code | KHOU | KSLC |
| City | Houston | Salt Lake City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 46 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.650000, -95.280000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Houston (HOU) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from William P Hobby Airport (HOU) in Houston, United States to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 1,952 kilometers (1,213 miles / 1,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 08:38 in Houston, it's 07:38 in Salt Lake City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,185 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than William P Hobby Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Houston (HOU) follows a heading of 124° (southeast). 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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.