FUK to HND Turbulence Forecast
Is the Fukuoka to Tokyo flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for FUK–HND
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About the FUK–HND route
The Fukuoka to Tokyo domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 624 miles at around 33,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.
The route is served by ANA, JAL, Skymark on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 33,000 feet over a distance of 624 miles (543 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.
Turbulence levels on FUK–HND
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
Best time to fly FUK–HND
Turbulence by month
Best seat on FUK–HND
Boeing 737 (186 seats)
✓ Wing
Rows 14–22
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
Flew Fukuoka–Tokyo in March, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · March
The 1h 40m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.
Leisure traveler · February
There was some noticeable movement over the Midwest that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fukuoka to Tokyo flight turbulent?
The FUK–HND route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 16/100.
When is turbulence worst on FUK to HND?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on FUK to HND?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (186 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from FUK to HND?
The FUK to HND flight takes approximately 1h 40m, covering 624 miles (543 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly FUK to HND?
The main airlines operating this route are ANA, JAL, Skymark, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 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
