Airport Comparison
Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) in Bulgan Sum Airport, Mongolia to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 11,527 kilometers (7,162 miles / 6,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 6°.
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 Mongolia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:41 in Bulgan Sum Airport, it's 12:41 in Houston. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,825 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Bulgan Sum Airport.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) follows a heading of 355° (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 Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.