The flight distance from Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) in Chelinda Malawi Airport, Malawi to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 12,182 kilometers (7,570 miles / 6,578 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 Malawi with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:09 in Chelinda Malawi Airport, it's 17:09 in Tokyo. With a 7-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 7,618 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Chelinda Malawi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.