Airport Comparison
| GCD | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Coulee Dam Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | GCD | IAH |
| ICAO Code | K3W7 | KIAH |
| City | Electric City | Houston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,593 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.920000, -119.080000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Electric City (GCD) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 2,840 kilometers (1,765 miles / 1,534 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.
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 20:15 in Electric City, it's 22:15 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,497 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Grand Coulee Dam Airport.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Electric City (GCD) follows a heading of 321° (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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.