Airport Comparison
| IAH | LBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | LBB |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KLBB |
| City | Houston | Lubbock |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 3,282 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 33.660000, -101.820000 |
Houston (IAH) to Lubbock (LBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 736 kilometers (457 miles / 397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 19:16 in Houston, it's 19:16 in Lubbock.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,187 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Lubbock (LBB) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 122° (east 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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.