Airport Comparison
| IAH | LWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Wells Municipal/Harriet Field |
| IATA Code | IAH | LWL |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KLWL |
| City | Houston | Wells |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 5,769 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 41.120000, -114.920000 |
Houston (IAH) to Wells (LWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) in Wells, United States is 2,153 kilometers (1,338 miles / 1,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 09:57 in Houston, it's 07:57 in Wells.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,673 feet between the two airports. Wells Municipal/Harriet Field 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 Wells (LWL) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 119° (east 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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.