IAH
Houston
United States
2,993 km
1,860 miles
PLP
La Palma
Panama
Distance
2,993 km
1,860 mi / 1,616 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH PLP
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport
IATA Code IAH PLP
ICAO Code KIAH MPLP
City Houston La Palma
Country United States Panama
Timezone America/Chicago America/Panama
Elevation 96 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 8.410000, -78.140000

Houston (IAH) to La Palma (PLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) in La Palma, Panama is 2,993 kilometers (1,860 miles / 1,616 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:55 in Houston, it's 12:55 in La Palma.

The return flight from La Palma (PLP) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 326° (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 Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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