The flight distance from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) in Mwanza, Tanzania to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 11,737 kilometers (7,293 miles / 6,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:53 in Mwanza, it's 13:53 in Tokyo. With a 6-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 3,622 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Mwanza Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Mwanza (MWZ) follows a heading of 278° (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 Mwanza Airport (MWZ) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.