The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Minami Daito Airport (MMD) in Minami Daito Airport, Japan is 12,067 kilometers (7,498 miles / 6,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:46 in Houston, it's 18:46 in Minami Daito Airport. With a 15-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 Minami Daito Airport (MMD) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 42° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Minami Daito Airport (MMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.