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Crossing brief

How far is it from Ireland to Japan?

Distance
It is about 9,585 km (5,956 mi) from Ireland to Japan as the crow flies — roughly 13 h 17 min by non-stop flight.

Dublin to Tokyo

Ireland Japan
Distance
9,585 km
In miles
5,956 mi
Flight time
13 h 17 min
Time change
8 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Dublin and Tokyo); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a ultra-long-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Japan is the #47 closest to Ireland, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from Ireland to Japan

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Japan uses Type A/B sockets your Ireland plugs do not fit. Voltage changes from 230V to 100V, so check single-voltage devices.
Money1 EUR = 185.210 JPY — exchange Euro for Japanese Yen before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is Ireland from Japan?

About 9,585 km (5,956 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Ireland to Japan?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 13 h 17 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Japan?

You fly east and lose 8 h. On arrival your body clock reads 8 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026