Distance from Paris to Tokyo
How Far Is Paris from Tokyo?
Paris is 9,713 km (6,035 miles) from Tokyo by great-circle distance. The shortest route heads NE on a Eurasian great-circle route.
Paris to Tokyo is a very long Eurasian route that heads northeast across northern Asia. The midpoint sits deep in Arctic Siberia, showing how far north the great-circle track can bend.
Paris to Tokyo Flight Time
| Distance | 9,713 km 6,035 miles 5,245 nautical miles |
| Flight Time |
~12h 10min (Paris → Tokyo) ~14h 10min (Tokyo → Paris) |
Paris to Tokyo Time Difference
| Time Difference | Tokyo is usually 8 hours ahead of Paris in standard time (UTC+9 vs UTC+1), or 7 hours ahead when Paris is on daylight saving time (UTC+9 vs UTC+2). Tokyo does not observe DST. |
| Time Zones | Europe/Paris (Paris) Asia/Tokyo (Tokyo) |
| DST Note | Tokyo is usually 8 hours ahead of Paris, or 7 hours ahead when Paris is on daylight saving time. Tokyo stays on UTC+9 year-round. |
Paris vs Tokyo: Geography & Population Comparison
How Far Is 9,713 km?
- 9,713 km is only about 86 km longer than Paris to Hong Kong (9,631 km).
- It is about 154 km longer than London to Tokyo (9,559 km).
- It is about 86 km longer than London to Hong Kong (9,627 km).
Flights from Paris to Tokyo
This is a very long Europe-to-Japan route that crosses northern Eurasia. Paris to Tokyo is usually a little faster than the return leg because the eastbound direction can line up better with wind patterns on this corridor.
Flight times are estimates based on great circle distance and typical cruising speeds. Actual times vary by airline, route, and conditions.
Great-Circle Route and Midpoint
Paris to Tokyo heads northeast across Eurasia and Siberia, linking Western Europe with Japan.
- Initial Bearing
- 33° (NE)
- Midpoint
- Arctic Siberia, north of central Russia
- Crosses
- Eurasia · Siberia
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Paris and Tokyo Airports
Paris
- CDGParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
- ORYParis Orly Airport
Tokyo
- HNDHaneda Airport
- NRTNarita International Airport
Distance by Speed
| Commercial jet | 900 km/h 10h 48min |
| Long-haul jet | 850 km/h 11h 26min |
| 320 km/h reference speed | 320 km/h 30h 21min |
Speed estimates use straight-line distance and do not include routing, stops, security, boarding, taxi time, or surface transfers.
Cities at a Similar Distance
Approximate great-circle distance, nearly the same scale.
Paris to Tokyo FAQ
How far apart are Paris and Tokyo?
Paris and Tokyo are 9,713 km (6,035 miles) apart by great-circle distance.
How long is the flight between Paris and Tokyo?
A typical flight is about 730 minutes from Paris to Tokyo and about 850 minutes on the return.
Does the route cross Eurasia and Siberia?
Yes. The great-circle path heads northeast across Eurasia and often passes over Siberia.
What is the time difference between Paris and Tokyo?
Tokyo is usually 8 hours ahead of Paris in standard time and 7 hours ahead when Paris is on daylight saving time.
Which airport codes are commonly used?
Paris is typically served by CDG and ORY, while Tokyo is typically served by HND and NRT.
Which direction is usually faster on this route?
Paris to Tokyo is usually a little faster than Tokyo to Paris because the eastbound crossing can line up better with wind patterns.