The flight distance from Chita-Kadala Airport (HTA) in Chita, Russia to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 10,478 kilometers (6,511 miles / 5,658 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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 Russia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:27 in Chita, it's 00:27 in Houston. With a 14-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 2,176 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Chita-Kadala Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Chita (HTA) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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