The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 18,505 kilometers (11,499 miles / 9,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 12:19 in Sao Paulo, it's 00:19 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 2,490 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 29° (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 Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.