CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
9,898 km
6,150 miles
PCN
Picton
New Zealand
Distance
9,898 km
6,150 mi / 5,345 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
156°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

CTS PCN
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Picton Aerodrome
IATA Code CTS PCN
ICAO Code RJCC NZPN
City Chitose / Tomakomai Picton
Country Japan New Zealand
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 82 ft 161 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 -41.350000, 173.960000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Picton (PCN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Picton Aerodrome (PCN) in Picton, New Zealand is 9,898 kilometers (6,150 miles / 5,345 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:45 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 08:45 in Picton. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Picton (PCN) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 337° (north 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 Picton Aerodrome (PCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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