Airport Comparison
Osaka (KIX) to Mafia Island (MFA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Mafia Island Airport (MFA) in Mafia Island, Tanzania is 11,013 kilometers (6,843 miles / 5,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 267°.
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 Tanzania. 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 20:17 in Osaka, it's 14:17 in Mafia Island. 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 Mafia Island (MFA) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 56° (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 Mafia Island Airport (MFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.