The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Gamboma Airport (GMM) in Gamboma, Congo is 12,379 kilometers (7,692 miles / 6,684 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:09 in Fukuoka, it's 15:09 in Gamboma. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,477 feet between the two airports. Gamboma Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Gamboma (GMM) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 54° (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 Fukuoka Airport (FUK) and Gamboma Airport (GMM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.