Distance from Phoenix to Houston by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Houston (TX) is 1013 miles or 1630 kilometers or 880 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Houston is 1173 miles (1888 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 160 miles or 258 km.
Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Houston is 1013 miles or 1630 km.The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH).
What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Houston?
Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX is 2 hours 19 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Phoenix to Houston Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Houston, TXThis map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Houston, TX, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Houston, Texas is displayed below.
Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Houston, Texas is 1173 miles or 1888 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX is 1173 miles or 1888 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Houston, Texas.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Houston, Texas is approximately 1173 miles (1888 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 Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX
How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX?The total driving time is 19 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Houston take?
Phoenix and Houston are 19 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 Phoenix and Houston
Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Houston (TX) is 1 Hours.
Houston time is 1 Hours ahead of Phoenix.
| Current local time in Phoenix | Current local time in Houston |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-26, 03:00:33 MST | 2025-12-26, 04:00:33 CST |
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Houston Texas, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Houston, TX in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1173 mi | 1888 km | 1018.63 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1013 mi | 1630 km | 880 nmi |
| Difference | 160 mi | 258 km | 138 nmi |
Phoenix Details
Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 33.44838 |
| Longitude | -112.07404 |
| State | Arizona |
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Houston Details
Houston is located in Texas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 29.78574 |
| Longitude | -95.38881 |
| State | Texas |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Houston, TX
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 39 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 29 hours 30 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 26 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 23 hours 36 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 21 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 19 hours 40 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 18 hours 9 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 16 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 15 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 14 hours 45 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 13 hours 52 minutes |