The flight distance from Niigata Airport (KIJ) in Niigata, Japan to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 9,101 kilometers (5,655 miles / 4,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:31 in Niigata, it's 16:31 in Munich. 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 1,458 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits higher than Niigata Airport.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Niigata (KIJ) follows a heading of 39° (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 Niigata Airport (KIJ) and Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.