DGL
Douglas
United States
9,588 km
5,958 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
9,588 km
5,958 mi / 5,177 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Phoenix
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DGL NRT
Airport Name Douglas Municipal Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code DGL NRT
ICAO Code KDGL RJAA
City Douglas Tokyo
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/Phoenix Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 4,173 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 31.340000, -109.510000 35.760000, 140.390000

Douglas (DGL) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) in Douglas, United States to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 9,588 kilometers (5,958 miles / 5,177 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 United States with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:59 in Douglas, it's 22:59 in Tokyo. 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 4,032 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Douglas Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Douglas (DGL) follows a heading of 53° (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 Douglas Municipal Airport (DGL) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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