The flight distance from Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 17,200 kilometers (10,687 miles / 9,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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 Argentina. 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 08:57 in Tokyo, it's 20:57 in Santa Cruz. 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.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (RZA) to Tokyo (NRT) follows a heading of 247° (west southwest). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.