The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Tambao Airport (TMQ) in Tambao, Burkina Faso is 9,695 kilometers (6,024 miles / 5,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:26 in Houston, it's 20:26 in Tambao. With a 6-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 Tambao (TMQ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Tambao Airport (TMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.