ATY
Watertown
United States
8,656 km
5,379 miles
CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
Distance
8,656 km
5,379 mi / 4,674 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Chicago
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ATY CTS
Airport Name Watertown Regional Airport New Chitose Airport
IATA Code ATY CTS
ICAO Code KATY RJCC
City Watertown Chitose / Tomakomai
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 1,749 ft 82 ft
Coordinates 44.910000, -97.150000 42.780000, 141.690000

Watertown (ATY) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) in Watertown, United States to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 8,656 kilometers (5,379 miles / 4,674 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Japan. 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 18:50 in Watertown, it's 09:50 in Chitose / Tomakomai. With a 15-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 1,667 feet between the two airports. New Chitose Airport sits lower than Watertown Regional Airport.

The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Watertown (ATY) follows a heading of 38° (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 Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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