The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Luke Afb Airport (LUF) in Glendale, United States is 10,081 kilometers (6,264 miles / 5,443 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 02:06 in Fukuoka, it's 10:06 in Glendale. 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 1,052 feet between the two airports. Luke Afb Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Glendale (LUF) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 312° (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 Luke Afb Airport (LUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.