The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) in Mendoza, Argentina is 17,788 kilometers (11,053 miles / 9,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:09 in Osaka, it's 16:09 in Mendoza. With a 12-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 2,284 feet between the two airports. El Plumerillo Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Mendoza (MDZ) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 281° (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 Kansai International Airport (KIX) and El Plumerillo Airport (MDZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.