The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 14,163 kilometers (8,801 miles / 7,648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Tokyo, it's 22:57 in Sao Filipe. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sao Filipe (SFL) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 15° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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