IAH
Houston
United States
14,425 km
8,964 miles
VNA
Saravane
Laos
Distance
14,425 km
8,964 mi / 7,789 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/Chicago
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH VNA
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Saravane Airport
IATA Code IAH VNA
ICAO Code KIAH VLSV
City Houston Saravane
Country United States Laos
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Vientiane
Elevation 96 ft 574 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 15.710000, 106.410000

Houston (IAH) to Saravane (VNA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Saravane Airport (VNA) in Saravane, Laos is 14,425 kilometers (8,964 miles / 7,789 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 Laos. 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 23:16 in Houston, it's 12:16 in Saravane. With a 13-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 Saravane (VNA) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 25° (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 Saravane Airport (VNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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