IAH
Houston
United States
3,738 km
2,323 miles
IPI
Ipiales
Colombia
Distance
3,738 km
2,323 mi / 2,018 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
147°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH IPI
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport San Luis Airport
IATA Code IAH IPI
ICAO Code KIAH SKIP
City Houston Ipiales
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 96 ft 9,765 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 0.860000, -77.670000

Houston (IAH) to Ipiales (IPI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia is 3,738 kilometers (2,323 miles / 2,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:19 in Houston, it's 08:19 in Ipiales.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,669 feet between the two airports. San Luis Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Ipiales (IPI) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and San Luis Airport (IPI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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