IAH
Houston
United States
5,362 km
3,332 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
5,362 km
3,332 mi / 2,895 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Chicago
Heading
north

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IAH THU
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code IAH THU
ICAO Code KIAH BGTL
City Houston Thule
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Thule
Elevation 96 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 76.530000, -68.700000

Houston (IAH) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 5,362 kilometers (3,332 miles / 2,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 08:23 in Houston, it's 10:23 in Thule.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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