IAH
Houston
United States
12,317 km
7,653 miles
WHU
Wuhu
China
Distance
12,317 km
7,653 mi / 6,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
330°
north northwest

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IAH WHU
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Wuhu Air Base
IATA Code IAH WHU
ICAO Code KIAH ZSWU
City Houston Wuhu
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 96 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 31.390000, 118.410000

Houston (IAH) to Wuhu (WHU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Wuhu Air Base (WHU) in Wuhu, China is 12,317 kilometers (7,653 miles / 6,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 China. 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 12:13 in Houston, it's 02:13 in Wuhu. 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.

The return flight from Wuhu (WHU) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Wuhu Air Base (WHU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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