The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Tanda Tula Airport (TDT) in Welverdiend, South Africa is 12,287 kilometers (7,635 miles / 6,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 South Africa. 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 19:28 in Fukuoka, it's 12:28 in Welverdiend. 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 1,523 feet between the two airports. Tanda Tula Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Welverdiend (TDT) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 61° (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 Tanda Tula Airport (TDT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.