The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Zero Airport (ZER) in Zero Airport, India is 13,540 kilometers (8,413 miles / 7,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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 India. 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 20:18 in Houston, it's 07:48 in Zero Airport. With a 11.5-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 5,307 feet between the two airports. Zero Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zero Airport (ZER) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 9° (north). 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 Zero Airport (ZER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.