The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 18,275 kilometers (11,356 miles / 9,868 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Tokyo, it's 13:40 in Sao Carlos. 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 2,508 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Narita International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 334° (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 Narita International Airport (NRT) and Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.