KIX
Osaka
Japan
10,054 km
6,247 miles
MDF
Medford
United States
Distance
10,054 km
6,247 mi / 5,429 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
30°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KIX MDF
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Taylor County Airport
IATA Code KIX MDF
ICAO Code RJBB KMDZ
City Osaka Medford
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Chicago
Elevation 26 ft 1,478 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 45.100000, -90.300000

Osaka (KIX) to Medford (MDF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Taylor County Airport (MDF) in Medford, United States is 10,054 kilometers (6,247 miles / 5,429 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:56 in Osaka, it's 06:56 in Medford. With a 15-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 1,452 feet between the two airports. Taylor County Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Medford (MDF) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 324° (northwest). 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 Taylor County Airport (MDF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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