The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina is 18,226 kilometers (11,325 miles / 9,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Argentina. 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 11:10 in Fukuoka, it's 23:10 in Mendoza. With a 12-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 2,278 feet between the two airports. El Plumerillo Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Mendoza (MDZ) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 278° (west). 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 El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.