MUC
Munich
Germany
8,506 km
5,285 miles
RIS
Rishiri
Japan
Distance
8,506 km
5,285 mi / 4,593 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
34°
northeast

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MUC RIS
Airport Name Munich International Airport Rishiri Airport
IATA Code MUC RIS
ICAO Code EDDM RJER
City Munich Rishiri
Country Germany Japan
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 1,487 ft 112 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 45.240000, 141.190000

Munich (MUC) to Rishiri (RIS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Rishiri Airport (RIS) in Rishiri, Japan is 8,506 kilometers (5,285 miles / 4,593 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 Germany 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 15:57 in Munich, it's 23:57 in Rishiri. 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 1,375 feet between the two airports. Rishiri Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Rishiri (RIS) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 328° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Rishiri Airport (RIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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