IAH
Houston
United States
6,518 km
4,050 miles
SLZ
Sao Luis
Brazil
Distance
6,518 km
4,050 mi / 3,520 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
114°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH SLZ
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
IATA Code IAH SLZ
ICAO Code KIAH SBSL
City Houston Sao Luis
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Fortaleza
Elevation 96 ft 178 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -2.590000, -44.230000

Houston (IAH) to Sao Luis (SLZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil is 6,518 kilometers (4,050 miles / 3,520 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:36 in Houston, it's 23:36 in Sao Luis. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sao Luis (SLZ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 308° (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 Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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