FRC
Franca
Brazil
7,612 km
4,730 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
7,612 km
4,730 mi / 4,110 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

FRC IAH
Airport Name Franca Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code FRC IAH
ICAO Code SIMK KIAH
City Franca Houston
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo America/Chicago
Elevation 3,292 ft 96 ft
Coordinates -20.590000, -47.380000 29.980000, -95.340000

Franca (FRC) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Franca Airport (FRC) in Franca, Brazil to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 7,612 kilometers (4,730 miles / 4,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:54 in Franca, it's 12:54 in Houston. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,196 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Franca Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Franca (FRC) follows a heading of 132° (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 Franca Airport (FRC) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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