CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
13,999 km
8,698 miles
MCH
Machala
Ecuador
Distance
13,999 km
8,698 mi / 7,559 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
55°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CTS MCH
Airport Name New Chitose Airport General Manuel Serrano Airport
IATA Code CTS MCH
ICAO Code RJCC SEMH
City Chitose / Tomakomai Machala
Country Japan Ecuador
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Guayaquil
Elevation 82 ft 11 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 -3.270000, -79.960000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Machala (MCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador is 13,999 kilometers (8,698 miles / 7,559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:02 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 19:02 in Machala. 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.

The return flight from Machala (MCH) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). 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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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