IAH
Houston
United States
5,444 km
3,383 miles
NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
Distance
5,444 km
3,383 mi / 2,940 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Chicago
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

IAH NAQ
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Qaanaaq Airport
IATA Code IAH NAQ
ICAO Code KIAH BGQQ
City Houston Qaanaaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Thule
Elevation 96 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 77.490000, -69.390000

Houston (IAH) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 5,444 kilometers (3,383 miles / 2,940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:27 in Houston, it's 19:27 in Qaanaaq.

The return flight from Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 210° (south southwest). 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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