KIX
Osaka
Japan
8,651 km
5,376 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
8,651 km
5,376 mi / 4,671 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
39°
northeast

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KIX SBX
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code KIX SBX
ICAO Code RJBB KSBX
City Osaka Shelby
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 26 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 48.540000, -111.870000

Osaka (KIX) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 8,651 kilometers (5,376 miles / 4,671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 05:03 in Osaka, it's 13:03 in Shelby. With a 16-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 3,417 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 309° (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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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