Airport Comparison
| IAH | RIC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Richmond International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RIC |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KRIC |
| City | Houston | Richmond |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 168 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 37.510000, -77.320000 |
Houston (IAH) to Richmond (RIC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Richmond International Airport (RIC) in Richmond, United States is 1,860 kilometers (1,156 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 14:22 in Houston, it's 15:22 in Richmond.
The return flight from Richmond (RIC) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 249° (west southwest). 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 Richmond International Airport (RIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.