IAH
Houston
United States
13,581 km
8,439 miles
VRC
Virac
Philippines
Distance
13,581 km
8,439 mi / 7,333 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAH VRC
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Virac Airport
IATA Code IAH VRC
ICAO Code KIAH RPUV
City Houston Virac
Country United States Philippines
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Manila
Elevation 96 ft 121 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 13.580000, 124.210000

Houston (IAH) to Virac (VRC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Virac Airport (VRC) in Virac, Philippines is 13,581 kilometers (8,439 miles / 7,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Philippines. 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 22:20 in Houston, it's 12:20 in Virac. With a 14-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 Virac (VRC) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 41° (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 Virac Airport (VRC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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