IES
Riesa
Germany
9,046 km
5,621 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
9,046 km
5,621 mi / 4,884 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
41°
northeast

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IES NRT
Airport Name Riesa-Gohlis Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code IES NRT
ICAO Code EDAU RJAA
City Riesa Tokyo
Country Germany Japan
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 322 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 51.290000, 13.360000 35.760000, 140.390000

Riesa (IES) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) in Riesa, Germany to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 9,046 kilometers (5,621 miles / 4,884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:38 in Riesa, it's 20:38 in Tokyo. With a 8-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 Riesa (IES) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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