Distance from Houston to Tucson by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Houston (TX) to Tucson (AZ) is 935 miles or 1504 kilometers or 812 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Houston to Tucson is 1058 miles (1704 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 123 miles or 200 km.

Flight distance from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Houston and Tucson is 935 miles or 1504 km.
The nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) and the nearest airport to Tucson, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Houston to Tucson?

Flight time from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ is 2 hours 8 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Houston to Tucson Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ

The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Tucson, Arizona is 1058 miles or 1704 km.
The total driving distance from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ is 1058 miles or 1704 kilometers. Your trip begins in Houston, Texas. It ends in Tucson, Arizona.
The driving distance from Houston, Texas to Tucson, Arizona is approximately 1058 miles (1704 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 17 to 18 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ

How long is the drive from Houston, TX to Tucson, AZ?
The total driving time is 17 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Houston to Tucson take?
Houston and Tucson are 17 hours 46 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 Tucson

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

Current local time in HoustonCurrent local time in Tucson
2026-04-01, 09:08:34 CDT2026-04-01, 07:08:34 MST
How Far is it Between Houston Texas, USA and Tucson Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1058 mi 1704 km 918.77 nmi
Straight line distance 935 mi 1504 km 812 nmi
Difference 123 mi 200 km 106 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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Tucson Details

Tucson is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 13' 18.3'' Longitude: W 110° 55' 35.3''
Latitude32.22174
Longitude-110.92648
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Tucson

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Houston, TX and Tucson, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 35 hours 30 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 26 hours 37 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 23 hours 40 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 21 hours 18 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 19 hours 21 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 17 hours 45 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 16 hours 23 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 15 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 14 hours 12 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 13 hours 18 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 12 hours 31 minutes