Flying from London to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): What you need to know
The timezone in Fukuoka is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of London. Fukuoka Airport is located in Fukuoka.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to FUK.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to FUK departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Fukuoka Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) out of London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your London to FUK flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them landing within the expected time frame.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Fukuoka Airport flight:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and land as expected.
About Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Reserve a hotel near FUK if you have a late flight from London to Fukuoka Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your London to Fukuoka Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find FUK at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
Central Fukuoka is around 5 kilometres from Fukuoka Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Fukuoka Airport is ₹ 36,617. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 64,135. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to FUK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap London to Fukuoka Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from London to FUK.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Fukuoka Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Fukuoka Airport (FUK), while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Fukuoka based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Fukuoka is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your London to FUK plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Fukuoka Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Fukuoka
After booking your flight from London to Fukuoka Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fukuoka:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Itsukushima Shrine, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park and Ohori Park are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Fukuoka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Fukuoka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey around 105 kilometres east to Beppu to check off its top sights. From Beppu Onsen to Umi Jigoku and Hana Hot Spring, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Japan, head for Izumo, roughly 290 kilometres northeast of Fukuoka. Kashima Shrine, Ten Shrine and Izumo Taisha are key highlights.
