The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Gemena Airport (GMA) in Gemena, DR Congo is 11,699 kilometers (7,270 miles / 6,317 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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 DR Congo. 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 15:47 in Fukuoka, it's 07:47 in Gemena. With a 8-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 1,346 feet between the two airports. Gemena Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Gemena (GMA) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 54° (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 Gemena Airport (GMA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.