KMG
Kunming
China
3,779 km
2,348 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
3,779 km
2,348 mi / 2,040 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
62°
east northeast

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KMG NRT
Airport Name Kunming Wujiaba International Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code KMG NRT
ICAO Code ZPPP RJAA
City Kunming Tokyo
Country China Japan
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 6,217 ft 141 ft
Coordinates 24.990000, 102.740000 35.760000, 140.390000

Kunming (KMG) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) in Kunming, China to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 3,779 kilometers (2,348 miles / 2,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Japan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:14 in Kunming, it's 01:14 in Tokyo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,076 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than Kunming Wujiaba International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Kunming (KMG) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) and Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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