IAH
Houston
United States
7,366 km
4,577 miles
SFL
Sao Filipe
Cape Verde
Distance
7,366 km
4,577 mi / 3,977 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Chicago
Heading
86°
east

Airport Comparison

IAH SFL
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Sao Filipe Airport
IATA Code IAH SFL
ICAO Code KIAH GVSF
City Houston Sao Filipe
Country United States Cape Verde
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 96 ft 617 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 14.880000, -24.480000

Houston (IAH) to Sao Filipe (SFL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 7,366 kilometers (4,577 miles / 3,977 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:58 in Houston, it's 21:58 in Sao Filipe. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sao Filipe (SFL) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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