The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 17,783 kilometers (11,050 miles / 9,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:01 in Fukuoka, it's 22:01 in Santa Cruz. 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 1,192 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru International Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 325° (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 Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.