Distance from Houston to Tempe by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Tempe (AZ) is 1003 miles or 1614 kilometers or 871 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Tempe is 1170 miles (1883 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 167 miles or 269 km.

Houston to Tempe Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Tempe, AZ

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Tempe, Arizona is 1170 miles or 1883 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Tempe, AZ is 1170 miles or 1883 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Tempe, Arizona.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Tempe, Arizona is approximately 1170 miles (1883 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 Tempe, AZ

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Tempe, AZ?
The total driving time is 19 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Tempe take?
Houston and Tempe are 19 hours 46 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Tempe

Time difference between Houston (TX) and Tempe (AZ) is 2 Hours.
Tempe time is 2 Hours behind Houston.

Current local time in Houston	Current local time in Tempe
2026-04-01, 14:05:13 CDT	2026-04-01, 12:05:13 MST

How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Tempe Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1170 mi	1883 km	1016.03 nmi
Straight line distance	1003 mi	1614 km	871 nmi
Difference	167 mi	269 km	145 nmi

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