The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 12,081 kilometers (7,507 miles / 6,523 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 17:19 in Houston, it's 02:19 in Rafha. With a 9-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 1,378 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 323° (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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.