FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
9,427 km
5,858 miles
JAC
Jackson
United States
Distance
9,427 km
5,858 mi / 5,090 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
40°
northeast

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FUK JAC
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Jackson Hole Airport
IATA Code FUK JAC
ICAO Code RJFF KJAC
City Fukuoka Jackson
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 32 ft 6,451 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 43.610000, -110.740000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Jackson (JAC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Jackson, United States is 9,427 kilometers (5,858 miles / 5,090 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 20:33 in Fukuoka, it's 04:33 in Jackson. With a 16-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 6,419 feet between the two airports. Jackson Hole Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Jackson (JAC) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 313° (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 Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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