Airport Comparison
| BYS | CTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | New Chitose Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | CTS |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | RJCC |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Chitose / Tomakomai |
| Country | United States | Japan |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Tokyo |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 82 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 42.780000, 141.690000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 8,259 kilometers (5,132 miles / 4,460 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 02:30 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 19:30 in Chitose / Tomakomai. With a 17-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 2,268 feet between the two airports. New Chitose Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 56° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.