Airport Comparison
| IAH | PMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | PMD |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KPMD |
| City | Houston | Palmdale |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 2,543 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 34.630000, -118.080000 |
Houston (IAH) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 2,194 kilometers (1,363 miles / 1,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.
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 16:21 in Houston, it's 14:21 in Palmdale.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,447 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 97° (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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.