Distance from Rio de Janeiro to Tokyo
18,569 km (11,538 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
18,569 km
Kilometers
11,538 miles
Miles
~22h 21m
Est. Flight
12h
Time Difference
Rio de Janeiro
BrazilTokyo
JapanRio de Janeiro and Tokyo are separated by over 19000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across multiple continents.
Rio de Janeiro is known for Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach, while Tokyo is famous for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower.
In terms of city area, Tokyo is 1.8x larger than Rio de Janeiro. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Rio de Janeiro from Tokyo?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Rio de Janeiro to Tokyo is 18,569 km (11,538 miles).
How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Tokyo?
A direct flight would take approximately 22h 21m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Rio de Janeiro bigger than Tokyo?
Tokyo is larger at 2,194 km², compared to 1,221 km².