Airport Comparison
| IAH | RDU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Raleigh-Durham International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RDU |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KRDU |
| City | Houston | Raleigh/Durham |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 435 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 35.880000, -78.790000 |
Houston (IAH) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States is 1,675 kilometers (1,041 miles / 905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 06:59 in Houston, it's 07:59 in Raleigh/Durham.
The return flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 252° (west 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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.