IAH
Houston
United States
4,043 km
2,512 miles
MCH
Machala
Ecuador
Distance
4,043 km
2,512 mi / 2,183 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
153°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH MCH
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport General Manuel Serrano Airport
IATA Code IAH MCH
ICAO Code KIAH SEMH
City Houston Machala
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Chicago America/Guayaquil
Elevation 96 ft 11 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -3.270000, -79.960000

Houston (IAH) to Machala (MCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador is 4,043 kilometers (2,512 miles / 2,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, 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 Ecuador. 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 19:58 in Houston, it's 20:58 in Machala.

The return flight from Machala (MCH) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 337° (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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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