Airport Comparison
| BMW | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | BMW | IAH |
| ICAO Code | DATM | KIAH |
| City | Bordj Badji Mokhtar | Houston |
| Country | Algeria | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,303 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.380000, 0.920000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Algeria to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 9,406 kilometers (5,845 miles / 5,079 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 Algeria with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:06 in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, it's 18:06 in Houston. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,207 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.