The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Atsugi Naval Air Facility (NJA) in Atsugi Naval Air Facility, Japan is 9,377 kilometers (5,827 miles / 5,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:22 in Denver, it's 16:22 in Atsugi Naval Air Facility. With a 16-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 5,229 feet between the two airports. Atsugi Naval Air Facility sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Atsugi Naval Air Facility (NJA) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 44° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Atsugi Naval Air Facility (NJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.