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Distance from Houston to Calgary

Straight line

2,830 km
1,759 mi · 1,528 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 2 min

Direction

NNW 332°
initial bearing

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How far is Houston from Calgary?

Houston (United States) and Calgary (Canada) are very far apart: 2,830 km in a straight line, that is 1,759 miles or 1,528 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Houston, Calgary lies to the north-west (initial bearing 332°). The route crosses from United States into Canada. The halfway point is at 40.7764°, -103.2136°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 2 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Houston from Calgary?

The straight-line distance between Houston and Calgary is 2,830 km (1,759 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Calgary from Houston?

Calgary is to the north-west of Houston, at an initial bearing of 332°.

How long is the flight from Houston to Calgary?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 2 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.