IAH to DFW Route Guide
Houston, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KIAH (Houston, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 195 NM (361 km / 224 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 334° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 39m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
195 NM
361 km / 224 mi
Initial Bearing
334° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 39m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,085 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
97 ft
KIAH
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 195 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying IAH-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between IAH and DFW?
195 nautical miles (361 km / 224 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Houston to Dallas?
Approximately 1h 39m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly IAH-DFW?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
334° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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