IAH
Houston
United States
8,527 km
5,298 miles
WAP
Alto Palena
Chile
Distance
8,527 km
5,298 mi / 4,604 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
163°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH WAP
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Alto Palena Airport
IATA Code IAH WAP
ICAO Code KIAH SCAP
City Houston Alto Palena
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 96 ft 794 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -43.610000, -71.810000

Houston (IAH) to Alto Palena (WAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 8,527 kilometers (5,298 miles / 4,604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Chile. 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 18:38 in Houston, it's 21:38 in Alto Palena. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 339° (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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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