Airport Comparison
Fukuoka (FUK) to Sekakes (SKQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Sekakes Airport (SKQ) in Sekakes, Lesotho is 12,824 kilometers (7,969 miles / 6,925 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.
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 Lesotho. 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 05:14 in Fukuoka, it's 22:14 in Sekakes. With a 7-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 5,668 feet between the two airports. Sekakes Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Sekakes (SKQ) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Sekakes Airport (SKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.