Airport Comparison
| IAH | ROA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | ROA |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KROA |
| City | Houston | Roanoke |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 1,175 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 37.330000, -79.980000 |
Houston (IAH) to Roanoke (ROA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) in Roanoke, United States is 1,637 kilometers (1,017 miles / 884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 09:33 in Houston, it's 10:33 in Roanoke.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,079 feet between the two airports. Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Roanoke (ROA) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 245° (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 Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.