The flight distance from El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 17,325 kilometers (10,765 miles / 9,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:59 in Mendoza, it's 02:59 in Tokyo. With a 12-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 2,169 feet between the two airports. Narita International Airport sits lower than El Plumerillo Airport.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Mendoza (MDZ) follows a heading of 92° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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