The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Ambatondrazaka Airport (WAM) in Ambatondrazaka, Madagascar is 16,112 kilometers (10,011 miles / 8,700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Madagascar. 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 05:59 in Houston, it's 14:59 in Ambatondrazaka. With a 9-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 2,417 feet between the two airports. Ambatondrazaka Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Ambatondrazaka (WAM) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 297° (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 Ambatondrazaka Airport (WAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.