The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to Yakushima Airport (KUM) in Yakushima Airport, Japan is 9,799 kilometers (6,089 miles / 5,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:40 in Paris, it's 23:40 in Yakushima Airport. 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.

The return flight from Yakushima Airport (KUM) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Yakushima Airport (KUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.