AMM
Amman
Jordan
8,912 km
5,538 miles
KIJ
Niigata
Japan
Distance
8,912 km
5,538 mi / 4,812 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Asia/Amman
Heading
51°
northeast

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AMM KIJ
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Niigata Airport
IATA Code AMM KIJ
ICAO Code OJAI RJSN
City Amman Niigata
Country Jordan Japan
Timezone Asia/Amman Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 2,395 ft 29 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 37.960000, 139.120000

Amman (AMM) to Niigata (KIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Niigata Airport (KIJ) in Niigata, Japan is 8,912 kilometers (5,538 miles / 4,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Jordan with Japan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:44 in Amman, it's 01:44 in Niigata. With a 6-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 2,366 feet between the two airports. Niigata Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Niigata (KIJ) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Niigata Airport (KIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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