The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 14,434 kilometers (8,969 miles / 7,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Peru. 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 07:31 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 17:31 in Rioja. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,625 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.