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How long is the flight from New York to Houston?

JFKNew York
IAHHouston
Flight Time
3 h 2 min
Distance
2,280km

1,417 miles

Departure
09:15
Arrival
11:17
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 09:15 · America/New_York

To

IAHHouston

George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport

Arrival 11:17 · America/Chicago

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston covers a distance of approximately 2,280 kilometers (1,417 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 3 h 2 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
America/Chicago

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Houston?

A direct flight from New York to Houston takes around 3 h 2 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Houston?

The distance from New York to Houston is about 2,280 kilometers (1,417 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Houston?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 3 h 2 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Houston to New York.