FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
11,304 km
7,024 miles
GLW
Glasgow
United States
Distance
11,304 km
7,024 mi / 6,104 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
29°
north northeast

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FUK GLW
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Glasgow Municipal Airport
IATA Code FUK GLW
ICAO Code RJFF KGLW
City Fukuoka Glasgow
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Chicago
Elevation 32 ft 716 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 37.030000, -85.950000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Glasgow (GLW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Glasgow Municipal Airport (GLW) in Glasgow, United States is 11,304 kilometers (7,024 miles / 6,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:45 in Fukuoka, it's 07:45 in Glasgow. With a 15-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 Glasgow (GLW) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 330° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fukuoka Airport (FUK) and Glasgow Municipal Airport (GLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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