FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
12,095 km
7,515 miles
THZ
Tahoua
Niger
Distance
12,095 km
7,515 mi / 6,531 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
303°
west northwest

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FUK THZ
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Tahoua Airport
IATA Code FUK THZ
ICAO Code RJFF DRRT
City Fukuoka Tahoua
Country Japan Niger
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Africa/Niamey
Elevation 32 ft 1,266 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 14.880000, 5.270000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Tahoua (THZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Tahoua Airport (THZ) in Tahoua, Niger is 12,095 kilometers (7,515 miles / 6,531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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 13:24 in Fukuoka, it's 05:24 in Tahoua. 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 1,234 feet between the two airports. Tahoua Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Tahoua (THZ) 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 Tahoua Airport (THZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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