When is the Fukuoka to Delhi route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

FUK to DEL Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Fukuoka to Delhi flight turbulent?

The FUK–DEL route typically experiences light turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on FUK to DEL?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 757 · Airbus A330, that's rows 14–24. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from FUK to DEL?

The FUK to DEL flight takes approximately 6h 25m, covering 3,142 miles at 37,000 feet.

Is the Fukuoka to Delhi flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Fukuoka · Delhi · 6h 25m

40.8

Turb Score

6h 25m

Duration

2,730 nm

Distance

37,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for FUK–DEL

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About the FUK–DEL route

The Fukuoka to Delhi route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 37,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways on Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 3,142 miles (2,730 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Fukuoka to Delhi Flight Time

How long is the flight from FUK to DEL?

6h 25m

Flight Time

3,142 mi

Distance

37,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Boeing 757

Aircraft

The Fukuoka (FUK) to Delhi (DEL) flight takes approximately 6h 25m, covering 3,142 miles (2,730 nautical miles) at 37,000 feet. The route is operated by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways. Return flights (DEL to FUK) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on FUK–DEL

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Turbulence by month

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Best seat on FUK–DEL

Boeing 757

Front

Rows 1–13

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 14–24

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 25+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps crossing the Himalayas. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.

Parent traveling with kids · April

The 6h 25m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.

Leisure traveler · October

A few bumpy patches crossing the Himalayas, lasted maybe half an hour total. Drink service was paused briefly. Not unusual for this time of year.

Frequent flyer · January

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Fukuoka to Delhi flight turbulent?

The FUK–DEL route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 40.8/100.

When is turbulence worst on FUK to DEL?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on FUK to DEL?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 757 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–24. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from FUK to DEL?

The FUK to DEL flight takes approximately 6h 25m, covering 3,142 miles (2,730 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly FUK to DEL?

The main airlines operating this route are Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, flying Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data