The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 16,945 kilometers (10,529 miles / 9,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:58 in Tokyo, it's 13:58 in Santa Cruz. With a 13-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 1,083 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru International Airport sits higher than Narita International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 316° (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 Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.