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Distance from Tokyo to New York

10,852 km (6,743 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

10,852 km

Kilometers

6,743 miles

Miles

~13h 16m

Est. Flight

14h

Time Difference

Tokyo

Japan
Area: 2,194 km²
Population: 13.96M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 40m

New York

USA
Area: 783 km²
Population: 8.34M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 10m

Tokyo and New York are separated by over 11000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.

Tokyo is known for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower, while New York is famous for Statue of Liberty and Central Park.

In terms of city area, Tokyo is 2.8x larger than New York. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tokyo from New York?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Tokyo to New York is 10,852 km (6,743 miles).

How long is the flight from Tokyo to New York?

A direct flight would take approximately 13h 16m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Tokyo bigger than New York?

Tokyo is larger at 2,194 km², compared to 783 km².

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