Airport Comparison
| AKO | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Colorado Plains Regional Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | AKO | IAH |
| ICAO Code | KAKO | KIAH |
| City | Akron | Houston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 4,716 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.180000, -103.220000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Akron (AKO) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Colorado Plains Regional Airport (AKO) in Akron, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,340 kilometers (833 miles / 724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 01:56 in Akron, it's 02:56 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,620 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Colorado Plains Regional Airport.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Akron (AKO) follows a heading of 330° (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 Colorado Plains Regional Airport (AKO) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.