Airport Comparison
Houston (IAH) to Tonopah (XSD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Tonopah Test Range (XSD) in Tonopah, United States is 2,157 kilometers (1,340 miles / 1,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
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 13:00 in Houston, it's 11:00 in Tonopah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,455 feet between the two airports. Tonopah Test Range sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tonopah (XSD) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 107° (east 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 Tonopah Test Range (XSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.