The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Principe Airport (PCP) in Principe Airport, São Tomé and Príncipe is 13,289 kilometers (8,257 miles / 7,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. 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 06:29 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 21:29 in Principe Airport. With a 9-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 Principe Airport (PCP) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 37° (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 Principe Airport (PCP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.