The flight distance from Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) in Council Bluffs, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,255 kilometers (780 miles / 678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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.

Time zone information: When it's 06:53 in Council Bluffs, it's 06:53 in Houston.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,149 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Council Bluffs Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Council Bluffs (CBF) follows a heading of 358° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.