Airport Comparison
| IAH | SLJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Solomon Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | SLJ |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | YSOL |
| City | Houston | Karijini National Park |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 2,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | -22.260000, 117.760000 |
Houston (IAH) to Karijini National Park (SLJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Solomon Airport (SLJ) in Karijini National Park, Australia is 16,614 kilometers (10,323 miles / 8,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west at a heading of 277°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:20 in Houston, it's 08:20 in Karijini National Park. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,925 feet between the two airports. Solomon Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.
The return flight from Karijini National Park (SLJ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). 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 Solomon Airport (SLJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.