EDF
Anchorage
United States
5,524 km
3,432 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
5,524 km
3,432 mi / 2,983 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+18h
America/Anchorage
Heading
273°
west

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EDF NRT
Airport Name Elmendorf Afb Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code EDF NRT
ICAO Code PAED RJAA
City Anchorage Tokyo
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 213 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 61.250000, -149.810000 35.760000, 140.390000

Anchorage (EDF) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elmendorf Afb Airport (EDF) in Anchorage, United States to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 5,524 kilometers (3,432 miles / 2,983 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 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 10:01 in Anchorage, it's 04:01 in Tokyo. With a 18-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 Tokyo (NRT) to Anchorage (EDF) follows a heading of 36° (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 Elmendorf Afb Airport (EDF) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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