MTK
Makin Island
Kiribati
4,916 km
3,055 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
4,916 km
3,055 mi / 2,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Tarawa
Heading
321°
northwest

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MTK NRT
Airport Name Makin Island Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code MTK NRT
ICAO Code NGMN RJAA
City Makin Island Tokyo
Country Kiribati Japan
Timezone Pacific/Tarawa Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 0 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 3.370000, 172.990000 35.760000, 140.390000

Makin Island (MTK) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 4,916 kilometers (3,055 miles / 2,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:39 in Makin Island, it's 10:39 in Tokyo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Makin Island (MTK) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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