IAH
Houston
United States
3,147 km
1,956 miles
YZU
Whitecourt
Canada
Distance
3,147 km
1,956 mi / 1,700 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH YZU
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Whitecourt Airport
IATA Code IAH YZU
ICAO Code KIAH CYZU
City Houston Whitecourt
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Edmonton
Elevation 96 ft 2,567 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 54.140000, -115.790000

Houston (IAH) to Whitecourt (YZU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Whitecourt Airport (YZU) in Whitecourt, Canada is 3,147 kilometers (1,956 miles / 1,700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 09:03 in Houston, it's 08:03 in Whitecourt.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,471 feet between the two airports. Whitecourt Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Whitecourt (YZU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 140° (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 Whitecourt Airport (YZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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