GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
9,380 km
5,828 miles
KIX
Osaka
Japan
Distance
9,380 km
5,828 mi / 5,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
56°
northeast

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GLK KIX
Airport Name Galcaio Airport Kansai International Airport
IATA Code GLK KIX
ICAO Code HCMR RJBB
City Galcaio Osaka
Country Somalia Japan
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 975 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 34.430000, 135.240000

Galcaio (GLK) to Osaka (KIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan is 9,380 kilometers (5,828 miles / 5,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Somalia with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:45 in Galcaio, it's 21:45 in Osaka. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Osaka (KIX) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 274° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Galcaio Airport (GLK) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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