The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia is 12,286 kilometers (7,634 miles / 6,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 00:00 in Houston, it's 09:00 in Medina. 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 2,055 feet between the two airports. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Medina (MED) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 319° (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 Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.