CTS
Chitose / Tomakomai
Japan
8,411 km
5,226 miles
SAA
Saratoga
United States
Distance
8,411 km
5,226 mi / 4,541 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CTS SAA
Airport Name New Chitose Airport Shively Field
IATA Code CTS SAA
ICAO Code RJCC KSAA
City Chitose / Tomakomai Saratoga
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 82 ft 7,014 ft
Coordinates 42.780000, 141.690000 41.440000, -106.830000

Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Saratoga (SAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Shively Field (SAA) in Saratoga, United States is 8,411 kilometers (5,226 miles / 4,541 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 04:37 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 12:37 in Saratoga. With a 16-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 6,932 feet between the two airports. Shively Field sits higher than New Chitose Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Saratoga (SAA) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 315° (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 Shively Field (SAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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