CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
11,728 km
7,287 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
11,728 km
7,287 mi / 6,332 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CTS RLT
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code CTS RLT
ICAO Code RJCC DRZL
City Chitose / Tomakomai Arlit
Country Japan Niger
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Africa/Niamey
Elevation 82 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 18.790000, 7.370000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 11,728 kilometers (7,287 miles / 6,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Niger. 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 11:05 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 03:05 in Arlit. With a 8-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 1,361 feet between the two airports. Arlit Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport.

The return flight from Arlit (RLT) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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