The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) in Spearfish, United States is 9,001 kilometers (5,593 miles / 4,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:09 in Tokyo, it's 13:09 in Spearfish. With a 16-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 3,792 feet between the two airports. Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field sits higher than Narita International Airport.

The return flight from Spearfish (SPF) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 312° (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 Narita International Airport (NRT) and Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.