IAH
Houston
United States
7,459 km
4,635 miles
RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
Distance
7,459 km
4,635 mi / 4,028 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Chicago
Heading
85°
east

Airport Comparison

IAH RAI
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Praia International Airport
IATA Code IAH RAI
ICAO Code KIAH GVNP
City Houston Praia
Country United States Cape Verde
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 96 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 14.920000, -23.490000

Houston (IAH) to Praia (RAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 7,459 kilometers (4,635 miles / 4,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:27 in Houston, it's 22:27 in Praia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Praia (RAI) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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