The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Sehonghong Airport (SHK) in Sehonghong, Lesotho is 13,714 kilometers (8,521 miles / 7,405 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 Lesotho. 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 04:37 in Tokyo, it's 21:37 in Sehonghong. With a 7-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 6,359 feet between the two airports. Sehonghong Airport sits higher than Narita International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sehonghong (SHK) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Sehonghong Airport (SHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.