CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
8,521 km
5,295 miles
GRQ
Groningen
Netherlands
Distance
8,521 km
5,295 mi / 4,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CTS GRQ
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Eelde Airport
IATA Code CTS GRQ
ICAO Code RJCC EHGG
City Chitose / Tomakomai Groningen
Country Japan Netherlands
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 82 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 53.120000, 6.580000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Groningen (GRQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Eelde Airport (GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands is 8,521 kilometers (5,295 miles / 4,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:11 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 12:11 in Groningen. With a 8-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 Groningen (GRQ) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 32° (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 New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Eelde Airport (GRQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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