Airport Comparison
| BLU | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | BLU | IAH |
| ICAO Code | KBLU | KIAH |
| City | Emigrant Gap | Houston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,284 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.270000, -120.710000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Emigrant Gap (BLU) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) in Emigrant Gap, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 2,529 kilometers (1,572 miles / 1,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
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 07:51 in Emigrant Gap, it's 09:51 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,188 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Emigrant Gap (BLU) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.