IAH
Houston
United States
5,269 km
3,274 miles
MTX
Fairbanks
United States
Distance
5,269 km
3,274 mi / 2,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Chicago
Heading
333°
north northwest

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IAH MTX
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Metro Field
IATA Code IAH MTX
ICAO Code KIAH KMTF
City Houston Fairbanks
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Anchorage
Elevation 96 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 64.810000, -147.760000

Houston (IAH) to Fairbanks (MTX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States is 5,269 kilometers (3,274 miles / 2,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 13:18 in Houston, it's 10:18 in Fairbanks. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fairbanks (MTX) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 111° (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 Metro Field (MTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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