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Distance from Tokyo to Houston

Straight line

10,758 km
6,685 mi · 5,809 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 13 h 57 min

Direction

NE 46°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Houston?

Tokyo (Japan) and Houston (United States) are very far apart: 10,758 km in a straight line, that is 6,685 miles or 5,809 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tokyo, Houston lies to the north-east (initial bearing 46°). The route crosses from Japan into United States. The halfway point is at 54.2218°, -154.1838°.

A direct flight would take about 13 h 57 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tokyo from Houston?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Houston is 10,758 km (6,685 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Houston from Tokyo?

Houston is to the north-east of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 46°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Houston?

A direct flight would take about 13 h 57 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.