Airport Comparison
| IAH | VBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | VBG |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KVBG |
| City | Houston | Lompoc |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 368 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 34.740000, -120.580000 |
Houston (IAH) to Lompoc (VBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) in Lompoc, United States is 2,422 kilometers (1,505 miles / 1,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 05:30 in Houston, it's 03:30 in Lompoc.
The return flight from Lompoc (VBG) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 96° (east). 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 Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.