IAH
Houston
United States
4,029 km
2,503 miles
XMS
Macas
Ecuador
Distance
4,029 km
2,503 mi / 2,175 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH XMS
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Coronel E Carvajal Airport
IATA Code IAH XMS
ICAO Code KIAH SEMC
City Houston Macas
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Chicago America/Guayaquil
Elevation 96 ft 3,452 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -2.300000, -78.120000

Houston (IAH) to Macas (XMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) in Macas, Ecuador is 4,029 kilometers (2,503 miles / 2,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 Ecuador. 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 21:23 in Houston, it's 22:23 in Macas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,356 feet between the two airports. Coronel E Carvajal Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Macas (XMS) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 334° (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 Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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