Airport Comparison
| IAH | OLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Columbus Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | OLU |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KOLU |
| City | Houston | Columbus |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 1,447 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 41.450000, -97.340000 |
Houston (IAH) to Columbus (OLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) in Columbus, United States is 1,288 kilometers (800 miles / 695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
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 00:51 in Houston, it's 00:51 in Columbus.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,352 feet between the two airports. Columbus Municipal Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Columbus (OLU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 171° (south). 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 Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.