Distance from Houston to Aurora by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Aurora (IL) is 918 miles or 1477 kilometers or 797 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Aurora is 1050 miles (1690 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 132 miles or 213 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Aurora is 918 miles or 1477 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Aurora, is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

What is the average flight time from Houston to Aurora?

Flight time from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL is 2 hours 6 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to Aurora Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Houston, TX and Aurora, IL
This map shows the distance from Houston, TX, Usa to Aurora, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Houston, Texas to Aurora, Illinois is displayed below.

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Aurora, Illinois is 1050 miles or 1690 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL is 1050 miles or 1690 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Aurora, Illinois.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Aurora, Illinois is approximately 1050 miles (1690 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 19 to 20 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Aurora, IL?
The total driving time is 19 hours, 32 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Aurora take?
Houston and Aurora are 19 hours 32 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Houston and Aurora

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Aurora (IL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in Aurora
2025-12-23, 05:30:41 CST2025-12-23, 05:30:41 CST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Aurora Illinois, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Houston, TX and Aurora, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1050 mi 1690 km 911.82 nmi
Straight line distance 918 mi 1477 km 797 nmi
Difference 132 mi 213 km 114 nmi

Houston Details

Houston is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7''
Latitude29.78574
Longitude-95.38881
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Houston

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Aurora Details

Aurora is located in Illinois, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 45' 48.5'' Longitude: W 88° 17' 24.4''
Latitude41.76346
Longitude-88.2901
StateIllinois
Nearest airports to Aurora

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Aurora, IL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 35 hours 12 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 26 hours 24 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 23 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 21 hours 7 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 19 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 17 hours 36 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 16 hours 15 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 15 hours 5 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 14 hours 5 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 13 hours 12 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 12 hours 25 minutes