Distance from New York to Tokyo

The straight-line distance from New York (United States) to Tokyo (Japan) is 10,852 km (6,743 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 13 hr 3 min. Tokyo is +14 hr relative to New York.

Straight-Line Distance

10,852 km

6,743 mi

Estimated Flight Time

13 hr 3 min

at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground

Time Zone Difference

+14 hr

standard time

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from New York to Tokyo?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from New York to Tokyo is 10,852 km (6,743 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.

How long is the flight from New York to Tokyo?

The estimated flight time from New York to Tokyo is 13 hr 3 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.

What is the time difference between New York and Tokyo?

Tokyo is +14 hr relative to New York. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.

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