The flight distance from New Chitose Airport (CTS) in Chitose / Tomakomai, Japan to Samburu South Airport (UAS) in Samburu South, Kenya is 11,117 kilometers (6,908 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:05 in Chitose / Tomakomai, it's 20:05 in Samburu South. With a 6-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 3,213 feet between the two airports. Samburu South Airport sits higher than New Chitose Airport.

The return flight from Samburu South (UAS) to Chitose / Tomakomai (CTS) follows a heading of 46° (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 Samburu South Airport (UAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.