IAH
Houston
United States
8,161 km
5,071 miles
MEA
Macae
Brazil
Distance
8,161 km
5,071 mi / 4,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
129°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH MEA
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Macae Airport
IATA Code IAH MEA
ICAO Code KIAH SBME
City Houston Macae
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 96 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 -22.340000, -41.770000

Houston (IAH) to Macae (MEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Macae Airport (MEA) in Macae, Brazil is 8,161 kilometers (5,071 miles / 4,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:25 in Houston, it's 19:25 in Macae. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Macae (MEA) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 313° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Macae Airport (MEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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