AAN
Al Ain
United Arab Emirates
13,234 km
8,223 miles
IAH
Houston
United States
Distance
13,234 km
8,223 mi / 7,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
331°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AAN IAH
Airport Name Al Ain International Airport George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport
IATA Code AAN IAH
ICAO Code OMAL KIAH
City Al Ain Houston
Country United Arab Emirates United States
Timezone Asia/Dubai America/Chicago
Elevation 869 ft 96 ft
Coordinates 24.260000, 55.610000 29.980000, -95.340000

Al Ain (AAN) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Al Ain International Airport (AAN) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 13,234 kilometers (8,223 miles / 7,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:16 in Al Ain, it's 03:16 in Houston. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Al Ain (AAN) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Ain International Airport (AAN) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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