The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Taupo Airport (TUO) in Taupo, New Zealand is 11,922 kilometers (7,408 miles / 6,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:57 in Houston, it's 22:57 in Taupo. With a 19-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 1,239 feet between the two airports. Taupo Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Taupo (TUO) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Taupo Airport (TUO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.