EFD
Houston
United States
1,651 km
1,026 miles
PHX
Phoenix
United States
Distance
1,651 km
1,026 mi / 891 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

EFD PHX
Airport Name Ellington Airport Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA Code EFD PHX
ICAO Code KEFD KPHX
City Houston Phoenix
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Phoenix
Elevation 33 ft 1,135 ft
Coordinates 29.610000, -95.160000 33.430000, -112.010000

Houston (EFD) to Phoenix (PHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ellington Airport (EFD) in Houston, United States to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 1,651 kilometers (1,026 miles / 891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 11:30 in Houston, it's 10:30 in Phoenix.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,102 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Ellington Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Houston (EFD) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ellington Airport (EFD) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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