CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
9,441 km
5,867 miles
MGC
Michigan City
United States
Distance
9,441 km
5,867 mi / 5,098 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
34°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CTS MGC
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field
IATA Code CTS MGC
ICAO Code RJCC KMGC
City Chitose / Tomakomai Michigan City
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Chicago
Elevation 82 ft 655 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 41.700000, -86.820000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Michigan City (MGC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) in Michigan City, United States is 9,441 kilometers (5,867 miles / 5,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 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 03:42 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 12:42 in Michigan City. With a 15-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 Michigan City (MGC) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 326° (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 New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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