IAH
Houston
United States
4,453 km
2,767 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
4,453 km
2,767 mi / 2,404 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
151°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH RIJ
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code IAH RIJ
ICAO Code KIAH SPJA
City Houston Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/Chicago America/Lima
Elevation 96 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Houston (IAH) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 4,453 kilometers (2,767 miles / 2,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.

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 Peru. 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 22:56 in Houston, it's 23:56 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,611 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 335° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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