The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 7,671 kilometers (4,767 miles / 4,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:17 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 13:17 in Kars. 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 5,807 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kars (KSY) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 51° (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 Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.