The flight distance from Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field (ASE) in Aspen, United States to Tokyo International Airport (HND) in Tokyo, Japan is 9,255 kilometers (5,751 miles / 4,997 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 06:14 in Aspen, it's 22:14 in Tokyo. 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 7,803 feet between the two airports. Tokyo International Airport sits lower than Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tokyo (HND) to Aspen (ASE) follows a heading of 46° (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 Aspen-Pitkin County/Sardy Field (ASE) and Tokyo International Airport (HND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.