MAA
Chennai
India
6,493 km
4,035 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
6,493 km
4,035 mi / 3,506 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
56°
northeast

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MAA NRT
Airport Name Chennai International Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code MAA NRT
ICAO Code VOMM RJAA
City Chennai Tokyo
Country India Japan
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 52 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 12.990000, 80.170000 35.760000, 140.390000

Chennai (MAA) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennai International Airport (MAA) in Chennai, India to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 6,493 kilometers (4,035 miles / 3,506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting India with Japan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:12 in Chennai, it's 18:42 in Tokyo. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Chennai (MAA) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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