The flight distance from Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 13,663 kilometers (8,490 miles / 7,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Kenya with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:53 in Eliye Springs, it's 02:53 in Houston. 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 1,299 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Eliye Springs Airport.

The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Eliye Springs (EYS) follows a heading of 63° (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 Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.