The flight distance from Kananga Airport (KGA) in Kananga, DR Congo to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan is 12,461 kilometers (7,743 miles / 6,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 DR Congo 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 21:30 in Kananga, it's 04:30 in Osaka. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,113 feet between the two airports. Kansai International Airport sits lower than Kananga Airport.

The return flight from Osaka (KIX) to Kananga (KGA) follows a heading of 278° (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 Kananga Airport (KGA) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.