Distance from Houston to Miami
1,554 km · 965 miles as the crow flies, about 2 h 27 min by air.
29.8200°, -95.3400° · America/Chicago
25.7876°, -80.2241° · America/New York
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 1,551 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Houston to Miami at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 1,554 km / 965 mi / 839 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 2 h 27 min |
| Initial bearing | 103° (ESE) |
| Halfway point | 28.011°, -87.641° |
| Houston coordinates | 29.82°, -95.34° |
| Miami coordinates | 25.7876°, -80.2241° |
Time difference: Houston and Miami. Local time: Houston · Miami. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Miami.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Houston from Miami?
1,554 km (965 miles, 839 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from Houston to Miami?
About 2 h 27 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Miami from Houston?
The great-circle route leaves Houston on an initial bearing of 103° (ESE). The halfway point is near 28.01°, -87.64°.