KLAX RJTT

Los Angeles International Airport Tokyo Haneda International Airport
Route Information
Departure

KLAX (LAX)

Distance

8,812.4 km (4,758.3 nautical miles)

Arrival

RJTT (HND)

Flight Time

710 minutes (11h 50m)

Flight Profile

Cruise Altitude: 40,000 ft (Flight Level 400)

Route calculated using great circle navigation

Turbulence Comfort Along Route Comfort View
Comfort Score: Combines turbulence probability (GTG forecast) with intensity (ZTI analysis). High scores indicate both high probability AND high intensity turbulence.
Smooth
Comfortable
Noticeable
Uncomfortable
Formula: (Probability × Intensity)
Flight Smoothness Score
9.1 /10
Smoothness
Smooth Flight
63%
Smooth
37%
Light
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Your Flight

We analysed more than 17,000 data points along your route from Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles to Tokyo Haneda International Airport, Tokyo.

Your Journey Beta

Your route takes you over the Sierra Nevada and crossing the North Pacific Ocean – these areas can sometimes cause light turbulence.

Smooth Flight

We're expecting smooth conditions throughout your flight. You can sit back and relax.

Takeoff

Takeoff should feel smooth with possible light bumps, with calm conditions around the airport.

Winds Aloft

Winds at cruising altitude are about 45 knots. These winds may delay arrival by up to 42 minutes.

Landing

Landing should feel smooth with possible light bumps with typical approach conditions.

You're in Safe Hands

If you feel nervous at any point, remember that turbulence is expected, safe, and part of normal flying. The crew is monitoring everything, and the aircraft is built to handle far more than anything you will feel. Have a safe and calm flight.

Relaxation Exercises
Live data from ECMWF global forecast models • 12 atmospheric pressure levels analyzed • Updated every 6 hours
Most Common
SMOOTH
63% of your flight
Peak Intensity
LIGHT
Normal flight conditions
Route Breakdown (178 zones)
Light
66 zones (37%)
Smooth
112 zones (63%)
Forecast Valid: Mar 03, 06:00 UTC (Generated: Mar 03, 06:00 UTC)
Flight Timeline 11h 50min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Light
0:30-1:00
Smooth
1:00-1:30
Smooth
1:30-2:00
Light
2:00-2:30
Light
2:30-3:00
Light
3:00-3:30
Light
3:30-4:00
Light
4:00-4:30
Smooth
4:30-5:00
Smooth
5:00-5:30
Smooth
5:30-6:00
Smooth
6:00-6:30
Smooth
6:30-6:59
Smooth
6:59-7:28
Smooth
7:28-7:57
Smooth
7:57-8:26
Smooth
8:26-8:55
Light
8:55-9:24
Light
9:24-9:53
Light
9:53-10:22
Light
10:22-10:51
Light
10:51-11:20
Light
Landing
Light
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
Longer bars indicate higher turbulence intensity. Values shown are the maximum for each time segment.
Turbulence Metrics ZTI and EDR
Comparing Two Turbulence Metrics:
  • ZTI (ZeroTurb Index): Our proprietary composite metric (0.0-1.0 scale)
  • EDR (Eddy Dissipation Rate): ICAO/WMO official standard (m^(2/3)/s scale)
ZTI Scale (Custom)
Smooth
<0.2
Light
0.2-0.5
Moderate
0.5-0.75
Severe
>0.75
EDR Scale (ICAO)
Smooth
<0.1
Light
0.1-0.4
Moderate
0.4-0.7
Severe
>0.7

Detailed Analysis Below: While flights generally follow these patterns, our advanced turbulence prediction system analyzes real-time weather data, atmospheric conditions, and pilot reports to provide you with precise, route-specific forecasts. Review the detailed metrics and interactive maps below for a comprehensive understanding of expected conditions along your flight path.

How Aircraft Size Affects Your Comfort

Did you know that the size of your aircraft can affect how turbulence feels? Larger, wide-body aircraft have more mass and inertia, which means they absorb turbulent air movements more smoothly. Smaller regional jets and turboprops are lighter, so passengers may feel more noticeable movement during the same turbulence conditions.

Important: All commercial aircraft, regardless of size, are designed and certified to safely handle even severe turbulence. The difference is only in passenger comfort - not safety.

Learn more about how aircraft size affects your turbulence experience
Technical Forecast Details Advanced Analysis

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Comprehensive Flight Profile Altitude • Wind • Turbulence

Flight Altitude Profile
  • X-axis: Distance along route (km)
  • Y-axis (left): Aircraft altitude (feet)
  • Blue = Climb phase
  • Green = Cruise phase
  • Orange = Descent phase
Pilot Reports (PIREPs)

Real turbulence reports from pilots who recently flew near your route:

  • Green = Smooth (no turbulence)
  • Yellow = Light turbulence
  • Orange = Moderate turbulence
  • Red = Severe turbulence
Wind Speed
  • Y-axis (right): Wind speed in knots
  • Sudden wind changes often indicate turbulence
  • Hover over points to see wind direction
AI Comfort Forecast
  • Y-axis (right): Comfort Score (0-70)
  • <1 = Smooth (cyan)
  • 1-25 = Light (green)
  • 25-50 = Moderate (orange)
  • >50 = Severe (red)
Tip: Look for areas where multiple indicators coincide (e.g., pilot reports + AI forecast + wind changes) to identify the most likely turbulence zones.
Global Winds Forecast ECMWF Open Data Worldwide Coverage
Route-Specific Forecast: Wind data calculated at 178 waypoints along your flight path using high-resolution ECMWF global weather model (0.25° grid, ~25km resolution).
Minimum Winds
3 kt
3 mph
Average Winds
45 kt
51 mph
Maximum Winds
93 kt
108 mph
Valid: Mar 03, 12:00 UTC
Source: European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts
Flight Planning: Headwinds increase flight time and fuel consumption. Tailwinds decrease both. Strong crosswinds may affect takeoff/landing at airports.
Wind Impact Analysis FAIR
Wind Assessment: Moderate crosswinds (30 kt avg) may contribute to some turbulence. Headwinds: 28 kt avg.
Route Wind Breakdown
Tailwinds
1 zones (1%)
Headwinds
90 zones (51%)
Crosswinds
86 zones (48%)
Moderate headwinds averaging 28 kt - slightly longer than normal
Flight Time Impact
28 kt
Avg Headwind
+42 min
Time Impact
Slower than normal
Wind Range:
• Max Tailwind: 13 kt
• Max Headwind: 67 kt
• Max Crosswind: 78 kt
Wind Speed Along Route ECMWF Forecast
ZeroTurb Index (ZTI) Analysis Custom Algorithm
What is ZTI? Our proprietary ZeroTurb Index combines three meteorological indicators to give you a comprehensive turbulence probability (0.0-1.0 scale). The chart below shows how each component contributes to the overall ZTI along your route:
  • Richardson Number (Ri): Atmospheric stability - lower values indicate CAT risk
  • Wind Shear Index (WSI): Rate of wind speed/direction changes
  • Temperature Gradient Index (TGI): Frontal boundary strength
  • ZTI (Composite): Proprietary composite of the three indices above
ZTI Thresholds: Smooth: 0.0-0.2 Light: 0.2-0.5 Moderate: 0.5-0.75 Severe: 0.75-1.0
Scientific GTG Analysis NOAA Standards
For Aviation Professionals: This section shows turbulence zones using conservative NOAA GTG thresholds. These scientific thresholds are more cautious than the user-friendly "Comfort View" above, which better represents typical passenger experience.

Note: Modern aircraft are designed to handle moderate turbulence effortlessly. What scientific models classify as "moderate" often goes unnoticed by passengers due to advanced flight control systems and aircraft structural design. Most commercial flights encounter some level of atmospheric turbulence that the aircraft manages automatically.
Zone Distribution (Scientific Thresholds)
25%
Smooth (<15%)
45 zones
30%
Light (15-30%)
53 zones
44%
Moderate (30-50%)
79 zones
1%
Severe (≥50% prob)
1 zones
Threshold Comparison
Category Comfort View Scientific (NOAA)
Smooth <20% probability <15% probability
Light 20-50% 15-30%
Moderate 50-75% 30-50%
Severe ≥75% ≥50%
Turbulence Probability Along Route GTG Forecast
Low (0-30%)
Light or no turbulence
Medium (30-50%)
Moderate turbulence likely
High (50-70%)
Moderate-severe expected
Extreme (70-100%)
Severe turbulence
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Pilot Reports (PIREPs) - 9 Reports
What are PIREPs? Pilot Reports (PIREPs) are real-time observations from pilots flying the route. They provide the most accurate turbulence information available.
Time (UTC) Intensity Altitude Aircraft Report
Airport Forecasts (TAF) - Next 24-30 Hours
Departure: KLAX
Valid: Mar 03 12:00 - Mar 04 18:00 UTC
12:00 - 17:00 UTC
Wind: 90° at 6 kt
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: BKN 1000 ft
FM 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: SCT 1200 ft
FM 19:00 - 05:00 UTC
Wind: 250° at 11 kt
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: SCT 25000 ft
FM 05:00 - 10:00 UTC
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: SCT 25000 ft
FM 10:00 - 17:00 UTC
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: BKN 1000 ft
FM 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Visibility: 6+ SM
Clouds: SCT 1200 ft
Raw TAF: 
TAF KLAX 031120Z 0312/0418 09006KT P6SM BKN010 FM031700 VRB03KT P6SM SCT012 FM031900 25011KT P6SM SCT250 FM040500 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM041000 VRB03KT P6SM BKN010 FM041700 VRB03KT P6SM SCT012
Arrival: RJTT
Forecast Valid: Mar 03 12:00 - Mar 04 18:00 UTC
12:00 - 18:00 UTC
Wind: 360° at 26 kt
Visibility: 4.35
Weather: -RA
Clouds: FEW at 500 ft SCT at 800 ft BKN at 1500 ft
TEMPO 12:00 - 15:00 UTC
Clouds: FEW at 500 ft BKN at 800 ft
TEMPO 15:00 - 19:00 UTC
Wind: 340° at 34 kt gusting to 44 kt
Visibility: 1.86
Weather: RA BR
Clouds: FEW at 500 ft BKN at 800 ft
TEMPO 19:00 - 23:00 UTC
Wind: 340° at 34 kt gusting to 44 kt
Visibility: 2.49
Weather: RA BR
Clouds: FEW at 500 ft BKN at 800 ft
TEMPO 06:00 - 09:00 UTC
Wind: 340° at 30 kt gusting to 40 kt
Raw TAF: 
TAF RJTT 031105Z 0312/0418 36026KT 7000 -RA FEW005 SCT008 BKN015 TEMPO 0312/0315 FEW005 BKN008 TEMPO 0315/0319 34034G44KT 3000 RA BR FEW005 BKN008 TEMPO 0319/0323 34034G44KT 4000 RA BR FEW005 BKN008 TEMPO 0406/0409 34030G40KT
About TAF: Terminal Area Forecasts (TAF) provide detailed 24-30 hour weather forecasts for airports, including wind, visibility, cloud ceiling, and weather phenomena. Updated every 6 hours by NOAA Aviation Weather Center.
Current Airport Weather (METAR)
Departure: KLAX
Temperature: 13°C (55°F) | Dewpoint: 12°C
Wind: 80° at 4 kt
Sky: FEW800 BKN1000 (Base: 800 ft)
Flight Category: MVFR
Altimeter: 1015.30 inHg (1015 mb)
Observed: Mar 03 11:53 UTC
Raw METAR: 
METAR KLAX 031153Z 08004KT 10SM FEW008 BKN010 13/12 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP152 T01330117 10144 20128 56007
Arrival: RJTT
Temperature: 6°C (42°F) | Dewpoint: 5°C
Wind: 340° at 20 kt
Sky: FEW600 SCT1000 BKN4000 (Base: 600 ft)
Flight Category: VFR
Altimeter: 1016.00 inHg
Observed: Mar 03 12:00 UTC
Raw METAR: 
METAR RJTT 031200Z 34020KT 9999 -RA FEW006 SCT010 BKN040 06/05 Q1016 TEMPO FEW005 BKN008
About METAR: Meteorological Aerodrome Reports (METAR) provide current weather observations from airports, including temperature, wind, visibility, clouds, and atmospheric pressure. Updated hourly by NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Flight Categories: VFR (Good), MVFR (Marginal), IFR (Instrument Flight Rules), LIFR (Low Instrument Flight Rules).
Route Segment Analysis

The route has been divided into segments of approximately 500km each for detailed analysis.

Route Map With GTG Forecast Overlay
Data Sources & Our Approach
ZeroTurb's Custom Algorithm: Unlike generic turbulence forecasts, we've developed a proprietary ZeroTurb Index (ZTI) algorithm that combines three meteorological indices weighted by their predictive accuracy. This gives you transparent, passenger-focused turbulence probability (0.0-1.0 scale) instead of vague categories. Our approach processes raw ECMWF atmospheric data through custom calculations to detect Clear-Air Turbulence (CAT), wind shear zones, and frontal boundaries that cause bumpy rides.

This forecast integrates data from:

Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.

How accurate are turbulence alerts? Alerts are based on updated forecast models and pilot reports, and can change as departure approaches.

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