The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Long Semado Airport (LSM) in Long Semado, Malaysia is 14,985 kilometers (9,311 miles / 8,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Malaysia. 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 07:24 in Houston, it's 21:24 in Long Semado. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,054 feet between the two airports. Long Semado Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Long Semado (LSM) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 39° (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 Long Semado Airport (LSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.