Airport Comparison
Houston (IAH) to Lexington (LEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) in Lexington, United States is 1,333 kilometers (828 miles / 720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.
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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in Houston, it's 09:17 in Lexington.
The return flight from Lexington (LEX) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). 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 Blue Grass Airport (LEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.