IAH
Houston
United States
3,479 km
2,162 miles
YAL
Alert Bay
Canada
Distance
3,479 km
2,162 mi / 1,878 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH YAL
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Alert Bay Airport
IATA Code IAH YAL
ICAO Code KIAH CYAL
City Houston Alert Bay
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 96 ft 240 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 50.580000, -126.920000

Houston (IAH) to Alert Bay (YAL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Alert Bay Airport (YAL) in Alert Bay, Canada is 3,479 kilometers (2,162 miles / 1,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:20 in Houston, it's 18:20 in Alert Bay.

The return flight from Alert Bay (YAL) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 119° (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 Alert Bay Airport (YAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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