The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 15,375 kilometers (9,554 miles / 8,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Ecuador. 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 22:38 in Fukuoka, it's 08:38 in Shell Mera. With a 14-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 3,433 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 323° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.