IAH
Houston
United States
7,261 km
4,512 miles
IRJ
La Rioja
Argentina
Distance
7,261 km
4,512 mi / 3,920 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
153°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH IRJ
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Capitan V A Almonacid Airport
IATA Code IAH IRJ
ICAO Code KIAH SANL
City Houston La Rioja
Country United States Argentina
Timezone America/Chicago America/Argentina/La_Rioja
Elevation 96 ft 1,437 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -29.380000, -66.800000

Houston (IAH) to La Rioja (IRJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina is 7,261 kilometers (4,512 miles / 3,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:19 in Houston, it's 10:19 in La Rioja. 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 1,341 feet between the two airports. Capitan V A Almonacid Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from La Rioja (IRJ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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