Airport Comparison
| IAH | STK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Sterling Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | STK |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KSTK |
| City | Houston | Sterling |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 4,038 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 40.610000, -103.260000 |
Houston (IAH) to Sterling (STK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) in Sterling, United States is 1,382 kilometers (859 miles / 746 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 11:47 in Houston, it's 10:47 in Sterling.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,942 feet between the two airports. Sterling Municipal Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Sterling (STK) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 146° (south 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 Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.