The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Shively Field (SAA) in Saratoga, United States is 9,825 kilometers (6,105 miles / 5,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 United States. 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 22:05 in Fukuoka, it's 06:05 in Saratoga. With a 16-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 6,982 feet between the two airports. Shively Field sits higher than Fukuoka Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Saratoga (SAA) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 315° (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 Shively Field (SAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.