IAH
Houston
United States
2,877 km
1,787 miles
ZGF
Grand Forks
Canada
Distance
2,877 km
1,787 mi / 1,553 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH ZGF
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Grand Forks Airport
IATA Code IAH ZGF
ICAO Code KIAH CZGF
City Houston Grand Forks
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 96 ft 1,720 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 49.020000, -118.430000

Houston (IAH) to Grand Forks (ZGF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 2,877 kilometers (1,787 miles / 1,553 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 19:05 in Houston, it's 17:05 in Grand Forks.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,624 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 129° (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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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