IAH
Houston
United States
7,971 km
4,953 miles
PYE
Penrhyn Island
CK
Distance
7,971 km
4,953 mi / 4,304 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Chicago
Heading
248°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

IAH PYE
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Tongareva Airport
IATA Code IAH PYE
ICAO Code KIAH NCPY
City Houston Penrhyn Island
Country United States CK
Timezone America/Chicago Pacific/Rarotonga
Elevation 96 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -9.010000, -158.030000

Houston (IAH) to Penrhyn Island (PYE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Tongareva Airport (PYE) in Penrhyn Island, CK is 7,971 kilometers (4,953 miles / 4,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with CK. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:58 in Houston, it's 01:58 in Penrhyn Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Penrhyn Island (PYE) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 54° (northeast). 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 Tongareva Airport (PYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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