The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States is 11,665 kilometers (7,249 miles / 6,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 16:39 in Fukuoka, it's 03:39 in Gainesville. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,245 feet between the two airports. Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Gainesville (GVL) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 331° (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 Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.