IAH
Houston
United States
5,858 km
3,640 miles
PTU
Platinum
United States
Distance
5,858 km
3,640 mi / 3,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Chicago
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH PTU
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Platinum Airport
IATA Code IAH PTU
ICAO Code KIAH PAPM
City Houston Platinum
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Anchorage
Elevation 96 ft 18 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 59.020000, -161.830000

Houston (IAH) to Platinum (PTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Platinum Airport (PTU) in Platinum, United States is 5,858 kilometers (3,640 miles / 3,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 14:31 in Houston, it's 11:31 in Platinum. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Platinum (PTU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Platinum Airport (PTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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