The flight distance from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) in Hiroshima, Japan is 11,134 kilometers (6,919 miles / 6,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 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 06:22 in Boston, it's 20:22 in Hiroshima. 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 1,069 feet between the two airports. Hiroshima Airport sits higher than General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport.

The return flight from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Boston (BOS) follows a heading of 18° (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 General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) and Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.