The flight distance from Western Nebraska Regional/William B Heilig Field (BFF) in Scottsbluff, United States to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 8,563 kilometers (5,321 miles / 4,624 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 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 14:35 in Scottsbluff, it's 06:35 in Chitose / Tomakomai. 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 3,885 feet between the two airports. New Chitose Airport sits lower than Western Nebraska Regional/William B Heilig Field.

The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Scottsbluff (BFF) follows a heading of 44° (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 Western Nebraska Regional/William B Heilig Field (BFF) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.