Fukuoka to Shanghai (Minhang)
1h 32m The flight from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) covers 896 km (557 miles) and takes approximately 1h 32m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads west on an initial great-circle bearing of 255°, passing near 32.5° N, 125.8° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 1h 38m | 2h 03m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 09m | 1h 34m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 00m | 1h 25m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 03m | 1h 28m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| FUK | SHA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Fukuoka Airport | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport |
| City | Fukuoka | Shanghai (Minhang) |
| Country | Japan | China |
| ICAO | RJFF | ZSSS |
| Coordinates | 33.5859, 130.451 | 31.1981, 121.3343 |
| Elevation | 32 ft | 10 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Fukuoka to Shanghai (Minhang)?
A non-stop flight from Fukuoka (FUK) to Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA) takes about 1h 32m. The great-circle distance is 896 km (557 miles, 484 nautical miles), flying west on an initial bearing of 255°.
How far is Fukuoka from Shanghai (Minhang)?
896 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 557 miles or 484 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between FUK and SHA?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 896 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.