IAH
Houston
United States
8,355 km
5,192 miles
WCA
Castro
Chile
Distance
8,355 km
5,192 mi / 4,511 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
164°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH WCA
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Gamboa Airport
IATA Code IAH WCA
ICAO Code KIAH SCST
City Houston Castro
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 96 ft 151 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -42.490000, -73.770000

Houston (IAH) to Castro (WCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Gamboa Airport (WCA) in Castro, Chile is 8,355 kilometers (5,192 miles / 4,511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:13 in Houston, it's 14:13 in Castro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Castro (WCA) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 Gamboa Airport (WCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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