IAH
Houston
United States
2,376 km
1,477 miles
UPL
Upala
Costa Rica
Distance
2,376 km
1,477 mi / 1,283 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
151°
south southeast

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Airport Comparison

IAH UPL
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Upala Airport
IATA Code IAH UPL
ICAO Code KIAH MRUP
City Houston Upala
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/Chicago America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 96 ft 184 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 10.890000, -85.020000

Houston (IAH) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 2,376 kilometers (1,477 miles / 1,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:13 in Houston, it's 01:13 in Upala.

The return flight from Upala (UPL) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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