Airport Comparison
| IAH | RKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RKS |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KRKS |
| City | Houston | Rock Springs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 6,765 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 41.590000, -109.070000 |
Houston (IAH) to Rock Springs (RKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States is 1,785 kilometers (1,109 miles / 964 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 07:51 in Houston, it's 06:51 in Rock Springs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,669 feet between the two airports. Southwest Wyoming Regional 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 Rock Springs (RKS) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 132° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.