FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
11,632 km
7,228 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
11,632 km
7,228 mi / 6,281 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
305°
northwest

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FUK RLT
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code FUK RLT
ICAO Code RJFF DRZL
City Fukuoka Arlit
Country Japan Niger
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Africa/Niamey
Elevation 32 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 18.790000, 7.370000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 11,632 kilometers (7,228 miles / 6,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 Niger. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:41 in Fukuoka, it's 03:41 in Arlit. With a 8-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 1,411 feet between the two airports. Arlit Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Arlit (RLT) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 46° (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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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