IAH
Houston
United States
5,007 km
3,111 miles
UAK
Narsarsuaq
Greenland
Distance
5,007 km
3,111 mi / 2,703 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Chicago
Heading
31°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

IAH UAK
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Narsarsuaq Airport
IATA Code IAH UAK
ICAO Code KIAH BGBW
City Houston Narsarsuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Nuuk
Elevation 96 ft 112 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 61.160000, -45.430000

Houston (IAH) to Narsarsuaq (UAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) in Narsarsuaq, Greenland is 5,007 kilometers (3,111 miles / 2,703 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:49 in Houston, it's 14:49 in Narsarsuaq. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Narsarsuaq (UAK) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 250° (west southwest). 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 Narsarsuaq Airport (UAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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