GLF
Golfito
Costa Rica
2,688 km
1,670 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
2,688 km
1,670 mi / 1,452 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Costa_Rica
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GLF IAH
Airport Name Golfito Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code GLF IAH
ICAO Code MRGF KIAH
City Golfito Houston
Country Costa Rica United States
Timezone America/Costa_Rica America/Chicago
Elevation 49 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 8.650000, -83.180000 29.980000, -95.340000

Golfito (GLF) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 2,688 kilometers (1,670 miles / 1,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 an international route connecting Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:54 in Golfito, it's 20:54 in Houston.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 149° (south 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 Golfito Airport (GLF) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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