CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
11,483 km
7,135 miles
KCU
Masindi
Uganda
Distance
11,483 km
7,135 mi / 6,200 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
285°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CTS KCU
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Masindi Airport
IATA Code CTS KCU
ICAO Code RJCC HUMI
City Chitose / Tomakomai Masindi
Country Japan Uganda
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Africa/Kampala
Elevation 82 ft 3,850 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 1.760000, 31.740000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Masindi (KCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda is 11,483 kilometers (7,135 miles / 6,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:15 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 21:15 in Masindi. With a 6-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 3,768 feet between the two airports. Masindi Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport.

The return flight from Masindi (KCU) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 45° (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 New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Masindi Airport (KCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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