Airport Comparison
| IAH | RAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Rapid City Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RAP |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KRAP |
| City | Houston | Rapid City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 3,204 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 44.050000, -103.060000 |
Houston (IAH) to Rapid City (RAP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States is 1,706 kilometers (1,060 miles / 921 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 07:54 in Houston, it's 06:54 in Rapid City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,108 feet between the two airports. Rapid City Regional Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 154° (south 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 Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.