When is the Fukuoka to Osaka 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 ITM Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Fukuoka to Osaka flight turbulent?

The FUK–ITM route typically experiences light turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on FUK to ITM?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320 · Boeing 737, that's rows 10–20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

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

The FUK to ITM flight takes approximately 1h 15m, covering 297 miles at 29,000 feet.

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

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Fukuoka · Osaka · 1h 15m

35.8

Turb Score

1h 15m

Duration

258 nm

Distance

29,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for FUK–ITM

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About the FUK–ITM route

The Fukuoka to Osaka route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 29,000 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 Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 29,000 feet over a distance of 297 miles (258 nautical miles).

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

Fukuoka to Osaka Flight Time

How long is the flight from FUK to ITM?

1h 15m

Flight Time

297 mi

Distance

29,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Airbus A320

Aircraft

The Fukuoka (FUK) to Osaka (ITM) flight takes approximately 1h 15m, covering 297 miles (258 nautical miles) at 29,000 feet. The route is operated by Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air. Return flights (ITM 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–ITM

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–ITM

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–9

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 10–20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

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

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Passenger Reports

The 1h 15m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.

Leisure traveler · April

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

Parent traveling with kids · March

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 Osaka flight turbulent?

The FUK–ITM route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 35.8/100.

When is turbulence worst on FUK to ITM?

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 ITM?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from FUK to ITM?

The FUK to ITM flight takes approximately 1h 15m, covering 297 miles (258 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly FUK to ITM?

The main airlines operating this route are Japan Airlines, ANA, Korean Air, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 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