The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Tokyo International Airport (HND) in Tokyo, Japan is 18,552 kilometers (11,527 miles / 10,017 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Sao Paulo, it's 16:15 in Tokyo. With a 12-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 2,596 feet between the two airports. Tokyo International Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (HND) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Tokyo International Airport (HND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.