The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Yakushima Airport (KUM) in Yakushima Airport, Japan is 9,071 kilometers (5,637 miles / 4,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Germany with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:31 in Hamburg, it's 04:31 in Yakushima Airport. 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.

The return flight from Yakushima Airport (KUM) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Yakushima Airport (KUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.