DEL to NRT Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Delhi to Tokyo flight turbulent?

The DEL–NRT route typically experiences moderate turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on DEL to NRT?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 787 (296 seats), that's rows 25–37. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from DEL to NRT?

The DEL to NRT flight takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is the Delhi to Tokyo flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast

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Delhi · Tokyo · 10h 30m

Turb Score

10h 30m

Duration

4,097 nm

Distance

38,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Moderate

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for DEL–NRT

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About the DEL–NRT route

The Delhi to Tokyo route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 38,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Air India, ANA, Japan Airlines on Boeing 787 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 4,715 miles (4,097 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Turbulence levels on DEL–NRT

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly DEL–NRT

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on DEL–NRT

Boeing 787 (296 seats)

Front

Rows 1–24

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 25–37

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 38+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Flew this in November expecting smooth skies based on past experience, but it was noticeably bumpier than usual. About an hour of moderate chop. Seatbelt sign basically stayed on.

Regular traveler · November

Moderate turbulence crossing the Himalayas — the kind where you're glad you kept your seatbelt on. Lasted about 30-40 minutes, then smoothed out. I've had worse on transatlantic routes.

Frequent flyer · October

More turbulent than I expected. The over Central Asia section was pretty rough — overhead bins rattling, some gasps from other passengers. Died down before landing.

Leisure traveler · July

All DEL routes→ All NRT routes→

Frequently asked questions

Is the Delhi to Tokyo flight turbulent?

The DEL–NRT route typically experiences moderate turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated. The turbulence score for this route is 54/100.

When is turbulence worst on DEL to NRT?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on DEL to NRT?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 787 (296 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 25–37. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from DEL to NRT?

The DEL to NRT flight takes approximately 10h 30m, covering 4,715 miles (4,097 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly DEL to NRT?

The main airlines operating this route are Air India, ANA, Japan Airlines, flying Boeing 787 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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