Airport Comparison
| IAH | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KSEA |
| City | Houston | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Houston (IAH) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,014 kilometers (1,873 miles / 1,627 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 01:06 in Houston, it's 23:06 in Seattle.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.