The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) in Matsumoto, Japan is 9,348 kilometers (5,809 miles / 5,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:30 in Manchester, it's 16:30 in Matsumoto. 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 1,925 feet between the two airports. Matsumoto Airport sits higher than Manchester Airport.

The return flight from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Manchester Airport (MAN) and Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.