Airport Comparison
| IAH | NKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | NKX |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KNKX |
| City | Houston | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 477 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 32.870000, -117.140000 |
Houston (IAH) to San Diego (NKX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) in San Diego, United States is 2,089 kilometers (1,298 miles / 1,128 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.
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 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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:25 in Houston, it's 15:25 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (NKX) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.