IAH
Houston
United States
3,027 km
1,881 miles
SMR
Santa Marta
Colombia
Distance
3,027 km
1,881 mi / 1,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
129°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH SMR
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Simon Bolivar International Airport
IATA Code IAH SMR
ICAO Code KIAH SKSM
City Houston Santa Marta
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 96 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 11.120000, -74.230000

Houston (IAH) to Santa Marta (SMR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 3,027 kilometers (1,881 miles / 1,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Colombia. 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 15:20 in Houston, it's 16:20 in Santa Marta.

The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 317° (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 Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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