Airport Comparison
| IAH | RKW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Rockwood Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | RKW |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KRKW |
| City | Houston | Rockwood |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 1,664 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 35.920000, -84.690000 |
Houston (IAH) to Rockwood (RKW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Rockwood Municipal Airport (RKW) in Rockwood, United States is 1,192 kilometers (741 miles / 644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 07:52 in Houston, it's 07:52 in Rockwood.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,568 feet between the two airports. Rockwood Municipal Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Rockwood (RKW) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 239° (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 Rockwood Municipal Airport (RKW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.