The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Sado Airport (SDS) in Sado Airport, Japan is 9,245 kilometers (5,744 miles / 4,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:48 in Phoenix, it's 20:48 in Sado Airport. 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 1,047 feet between the two airports. Sado Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Sado Airport (SDS) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 52° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Sado Airport (SDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.