The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 1,549 kilometers (963 miles / 836 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 22:16 in Houston, it's 21:16 in Rifle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,441 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rifle (RIL) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.