The flight distance from Colorado Plains Regional Airport (AKO) in Akron, United States to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan is 10,136 kilometers (6,298 miles / 5,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 United States with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:23 in Akron, it's 17:23 in Fukuoka. 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 4,684 feet between the two airports. Fukuoka Airport sits lower than Colorado Plains Regional Airport.

The return flight from Fukuoka (FUK) to Akron (AKO) follows a heading of 38° (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 Colorado Plains Regional Airport (AKO) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.