The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Luena Airport (LUO) in Luena, Angola is 13,059 kilometers (8,115 miles / 7,052 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:20 in Osaka, it's 20:20 in Luena. With a 8-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 4,334 feet between the two airports. Luena Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Luena (LUO) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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