IAH
Houston
United States
2,996 km
1,861 miles
YLW
Kelowna
Canada
Distance
2,996 km
1,861 mi / 1,618 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
325°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH YLW
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Kelowna Airport
IATA Code IAH YLW
ICAO Code KIAH CYLW
City Houston Kelowna
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 96 ft 1,409 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 49.960000, -119.380000

Houston (IAH) to Kelowna (YLW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Kelowna Airport (YLW) in Kelowna, Canada is 2,996 kilometers (1,861 miles / 1,618 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:59 in Houston, it's 11:59 in Kelowna.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,313 feet between the two airports. Kelowna Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Kelowna (YLW) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Kelowna Airport (YLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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