Airport Comparison
| IAH | MCI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Kansas City International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | MCI |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KMCI |
| City | Houston | Kansas City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 1,027 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 39.300000, -94.710000 |
Houston (IAH) to Kansas City (MCI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) in Kansas City, United States is 1,038 kilometers (645 miles / 560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 3°.
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.
Time zone information: When it's 02:56 in Houston, it's 02:56 in Kansas City.
The return flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 183° (south). 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 Kansas City International Airport (MCI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.