GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
7,345 km
4,564 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
7,345 km
4,564 mi / 3,966 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

GLA IAH
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code GLA IAH
ICAO Code EGPF KIAH
City Glasgow Houston
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 26 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 29.980000, -95.340000

Glasgow (GLA) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 7,345 kilometers (4,564 miles / 3,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 United Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:57 in Glasgow, it's 04:57 in Houston. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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