The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN) in Yankton, United States is 10,216 kilometers (6,348 miles / 5,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 16:47 in Fukuoka, it's 02:47 in Yankton. 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 1,274 feet between the two airports. Chan Gurney Municipal Airport sits higher than Fukuoka Airport.

The return flight from Yankton (YKN) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 322° (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 Chan Gurney Municipal Airport (YKN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.