The flight distance from Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) in Cortez, United States to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 8,627 kilometers (5,361 miles / 4,658 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 04:00 in Cortez, it's 19:00 in Chitose / Tomakomai. With a 15-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 5,836 feet between the two airports. New Chitose Airport sits lower than Cortez Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Cortez (CEZ) follows a heading of 50° (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 Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.