Airport Comparison
| CTS | SMX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | New Chitose Airport | Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field |
| IATA Code | CTS | SMX |
| ICAO Code | RJCC | KSMX |
| City | Chitose / Tomakomai | Santa Maria |
| Country | Japan | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 82 ft | 261 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.780000, 141.690000 | 34.900000, -120.460000 |
Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) to Santa Maria (SMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States is 8,024 kilometers (4,986 miles / 4,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 03:08 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 10:08 in Santa Maria. With a 17-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 Santa Maria (SMX) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 310° (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 Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.