NRT to LHR Route Guide
Tokyo, Japan → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
RJAA (Tokyo, Japan) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 5,179 NM (9,592 km / 5,960 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 337° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 11h 17m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
5,179 NM
9,592 km / 5,960 mi
Initial Bearing
337° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
11h 17m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
17,037 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
141 ft
RJAA
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 5,179 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying NRT-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between NRT and LHR?
5,179 nautical miles (9,592 km / 5,960 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to London?
Approximately 11h 17m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly NRT-LHR?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
337° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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