CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
6,947 km
4,317 miles
CWS
Center Island
United States
Distance
6,947 km
4,317 mi / 3,751 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
48°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CTS CWS
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Center Island Airport
IATA Code CTS CWS
ICAO Code RJCC 78WA
City Chitose / Tomakomai Center Island
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 82 ft 115 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 48.490000, -122.830000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Center Island (CWS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Center Island Airport (CWS) in Center Island, United States is 6,947 kilometers (4,317 miles / 3,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:35 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 03:35 in Center Island. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Center Island (CWS) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 305° (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 New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Center Island Airport (CWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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