The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) in Punta Arenas, Chile is 9,527 kilometers (5,920 miles / 5,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Chile. 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 05:32 in Houston, it's 08:32 in Punta Arenas. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Punta Arenas (PUQ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Pdte. Carlos Ibanez del Campo Airport (PUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.