The flight distance from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) in Tokoname, Japan to Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) in Sterling, United States is 9,618 kilometers (5,976 miles / 5,193 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 Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:22 in Tokoname, it's 08:22 in Sterling. With a 16-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 4,023 feet between the two airports. Sterling Municipal Airport sits higher than Chubu Centrair International Airport.

The return flight from Sterling (STK) to Tokoname (NGO) follows a heading of 315° (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 Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) and Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.