Airport Comparison
| IAH | RBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Big Bear City Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RBF |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KL35 |
| City | Houston | Big Bear City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 6,752 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 34.260000, -116.860000 |
Houston (IAH) to Big Bear City (RBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States is 2,077 kilometers (1,291 miles / 1,122 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 09:22 in Houston, it's 07:22 in Big Bear City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,657 feet between the two airports. Big Bear City Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Big Bear City (RBF) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 97° (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 Big Bear City Airport (RBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.