Distance from Phoenix to Houston (United States)

The distance between Phoenix, Arizona and Houston, Texas is 1,635 kilometers (1,016 miles).

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Phoenix and Houston are located in the southwestern and southeastern regions of the United States, respectively, with vast desert landscapes and coastal plains characterizing their surroundings. The straight-line distance between them is 1,635 kilometers, heading east.

Phoenix is situated at an altitude of 366 meters above sea level, while Houston is at 30 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Phoenix to Houston covers approximately 1890 km, passing through major highways such as I-10 East, traversing the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, with diverse landscapes.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Saguaro National Park, White Sands National Park, San Antonio River Walk.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Phoenix to Houston crosses desert terrains and urban areas, highlighting landmarks like the San Antonio River Walk.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for moderate temperatures and fewer tourists, avoiding summer heat in Houston.

Climate

Houston typically experiences more humidity and rainfall compared to the dry and arid climate of Phoenix.

Accessibility

Houston offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, more developed than Phoenix's infrastructure.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 2-3 days
Motorcycle 1 day
Car 18-20 hours
Airplane 2-3 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
100 km/h
150 km/h
Phoenix, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 33.4484° N 112.074° W

Elevation: 366 m (1,201 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
  • Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR)
  • Luke Air Force Base (LUF)
Houston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 29.7633° N 95.3633° W

Elevation: 30 m (98 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • William P Hobby Airport (HOU)
  • Andrau Airpark (AAP)
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
  • Ellington Airport (EFD)
  • West Houston Airport (IWS)

Other distances from Phoenix

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Phoenix to New York City 3,451 km
From Phoenix to Los Angeles 575 km
From Phoenix to Chicago 2,338 km
From Phoenix to Houston 1,635 km
From Phoenix to Philadelphia 3,351 km

Other distances from Houston

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Houston to New York City 2,283 km
From Houston to Los Angeles 2,211 km
From Houston to Chicago 1,510 km
From Houston to Phoenix 1,635 km
From Houston to Philadelphia 2,158 km

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From To Distance (kilometers)
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Dublin, Ireland Stockholm, Sweden 1,634 km
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