Airport Comparison
| IAH | LBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field |
| IATA Code | IAH | LBF |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KLBF |
| City | Houston | North Platte |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 2,777 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 41.130000, -100.680000 |
Houston (IAH) to North Platte (LBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States is 1,330 kilometers (826 miles / 718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 06:30 in Houston, it's 06:30 in North Platte.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,681 feet between the two airports. North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from North Platte (LBF) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 157° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.