Airport Comparison
Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Phaplu (PPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 5,190 kilometers (3,225 miles / 2,802 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:42 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 21:27 in Phaplu. The 3.25-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,836 feet between the two airports. Phaplu 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 Phaplu (PPL) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 56° (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 Phaplu Airport (PPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.