The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan is 13,759 kilometers (8,550 miles / 7,429 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Dominican Republic with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:57 in Samana, it's 02:57 in Fukuoka. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Fukuoka (FUK) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.