The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Talakan Airport (TLK) in Lenskiy Ulus, Russia is 9,734 kilometers (6,049 miles / 5,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:27 in Houston, it's 13:27 in Lenskiy Ulus. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,233 feet between the two airports. Talakan Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Lenskiy Ulus (TLK) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Talakan Airport (TLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.