IAH
Houston
United States
3,463 km
2,152 miles
MRD
Merida
Venezuela
Distance
3,463 km
2,152 mi / 1,870 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Chicago
Heading
128°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH MRD
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Alberto Carnevalli Airport
IATA Code IAH MRD
ICAO Code KIAH SVMD
City Houston Merida
Country United States Venezuela
Timezone America/Chicago America/Caracas
Elevation 96 ft 5,007 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 8.580000, -71.160000

Houston (IAH) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 3,463 kilometers (2,152 miles / 1,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Venezuela. 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 03:20 in Houston, it's 05:20 in Merida.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,911 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 317° (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 Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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