IAH
Houston
United States
8,267 km
5,137 miles
RIG
Rio Grande
Brazil
Distance
8,267 km
5,137 mi / 4,464 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
143°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH RIG
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Rio Grande Airport
IATA Code IAH RIG
ICAO Code KIAH SJRG
City Houston Rio Grande
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 96 ft 27 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -32.080000, -52.160000

Houston (IAH) to Rio Grande (RIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Rio Grande Airport (RIG) in Rio Grande, Brazil is 8,267 kilometers (5,137 miles / 4,464 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 Brazil. 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 17:14 in Houston, it's 20:14 in Rio Grande. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio Grande (RIG) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 322° (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 Rio Grande Airport (RIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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