The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Maimana Airport (MMZ) in Maimana Airport, Afghanistan is 12,397 kilometers (7,703 miles / 6,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 08:44 in Houston, it's 19:14 in Maimana Airport. With a 10.5-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 2,647 feet between the two airports. Maimana Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport.

The return flight from Maimana Airport (MMZ) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Maimana Airport (MMZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.