Airport Comparison
| GCN | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | GCN | IAH |
| ICAO Code | KGCN | KIAH |
| City | Grand Canyon | Houston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,609 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.950000, -112.150000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Grand Canyon (GCN) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) in Grand Canyon, United States to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,700 kilometers (1,056 miles / 918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 01:57 in Grand Canyon, it's 02:57 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,513 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Grand Canyon (GCN) follows a heading of 297° (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 Grand Canyon Ntl Park Airport (GCN) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.