The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil is 18,532 kilometers (11,515 miles / 10,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Brazil. 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 15:01 in Fukuoka, it's 03:01 in Barbacena. 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 3,625 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Barbacena (QAK) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 21° (north 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 Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.