IAH
Houston
United States
5,061 km
3,145 miles
SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
Distance
5,061 km
3,145 mi / 2,733 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Chicago
Heading
23°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

IAH SFJ
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Kangerlussuaq Airport
IATA Code IAH SFJ
ICAO Code KIAH BGSF
City Houston Kangerlussuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Nuuk
Elevation 96 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 67.010000, -50.710000

Houston (IAH) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland is 5,061 kilometers (3,145 miles / 2,733 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:01 in Houston, it's 13:01 in Kangerlussuaq. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 239° (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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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