The flight distance from Bowman Field (LOU) in Louisville, United States to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 10,523 kilometers (6,538 miles / 5,682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 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 06:59 in Louisville, it's 20:59 in Tokyo. 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.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Louisville (LOU) follows a heading of 35° (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 Bowman Field (LOU) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.