FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
12,137 km
7,541 miles
PAZ
Poza Rica
Mexico
Distance
12,137 km
7,541 mi / 6,553 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
47°
northeast

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FUK PAZ
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport El Tajin National Airport
IATA Code FUK PAZ
ICAO Code RJFF MMPA
City Fukuoka Poza Rica
Country Japan Mexico
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Mexico_City
Elevation 32 ft 497 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 20.600000, -97.460000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Poza Rica (PAZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) in Poza Rica, Mexico is 12,137 kilometers (7,541 miles / 6,553 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Mexico. 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 16:32 in Fukuoka, it's 01:32 in Poza Rica. 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.

The return flight from Poza Rica (PAZ) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 319° (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 El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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