The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica is 14,030 kilometers (8,718 miles / 7,576 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, 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 Japan with Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:36 in Fukuoka, it's 05:36 in Perez Zeledon. With a 15-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 2,068 feet between the two airports. San Isidro del General Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Perez Zeledon (IPZ) 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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.