The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 18,557 kilometers (11,531 miles / 10,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:43 in Curitiba, it's 08:43 in Tokyo. With a 12-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 2,847 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 41° (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 Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.