Airport Comparison
| CTS | SLP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | New Chitose Airport | Ponciano Arriaga International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTS | SLP |
| ICAO Code | RJCC | MMSP |
| City | Chitose / Tomakomai | San Luis Potosi |
| Country | Japan | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 82 ft | 6,035 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.780000, 141.690000 | 22.250000, -100.930000 |
Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 10,360 kilometers (6,437 miles / 5,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 Mexico. 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 05:59 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 14:59 in San Luis Potosi. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,953 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International 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 San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 319° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.