The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Kasungu Airport (KBQ) in Kasungu, Malawi is 12,467 kilometers (7,747 miles / 6,732 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:05 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 19:05 in Kasungu. 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 3,388 feet between the two airports. Kasungu Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport.

The return flight from Kasungu (KBQ) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 49° (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 Kasungu Airport (KBQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.