MSJ
Misawa
Japan
8,944 km
5,557 miles
MUC
Munich
Germany
Distance
8,944 km
5,557 mi / 4,829 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
329°
north northwest

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MSJ MUC
Airport Name Misawa Air Base Munich International Airport
IATA Code MSJ MUC
ICAO Code RJSM EDDM
City Misawa Munich
Country Japan Germany
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Europe/Berlin
Elevation 119 ft 1,487 ft
Coordinates 40.700000, 141.370000 48.350000, 11.790000

Misawa (MSJ) to Munich (MUC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Misawa Air Base (MSJ) in Misawa, Japan to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 8,944 kilometers (5,557 miles / 4,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:55 in Misawa, it's 13:55 in Munich. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,368 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits higher than Misawa Air Base.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Misawa (MSJ) 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 Misawa Air Base (MSJ) and Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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