The flight distance from Covilha Airport (COV) in Covilha Airport, Portugal to New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan is 10,275 kilometers (6,385 miles / 5,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:26 in Covilha Airport, it's 06:26 in Chitose / Tomakomai. With a 9-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 1,490 feet between the two airports. New Chitose Airport sits lower than Covilha Airport.

The return flight from Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Covilha Airport (COV) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Covilha Airport (COV) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.