IAH
Houston
United States
1,615 km
1,004 miles
SCF
Scottsdale
United States
Distance
1,615 km
1,004 mi / 872 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH SCF
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Scottsdale Airport
IATA Code IAH SCF
ICAO Code KIAH KSDL
City Houston Scottsdale
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Phoenix
Elevation 96 ft 1,510 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 33.620000, -111.910000

Houston (IAH) to Scottsdale (SCF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Scottsdale Airport (SCF) in Scottsdale, United States is 1,615 kilometers (1,004 miles / 872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 17:16 in Houston, it's 16:16 in Scottsdale.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,414 feet between the two airports. Scottsdale Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Scottsdale (SCF) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Scottsdale Airport (SCF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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