KIX
Osaka
Japan
8,741 km
5,431 miles
SJC
San Jose
United States
Distance
8,741 km
5,431 mi / 4,720 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
52°
northeast

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KIX SJC
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA Code KIX SJC
ICAO Code RJBB KSJC
City Osaka San Jose
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 26 ft 62 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 37.360000, -121.930000

Osaka (KIX) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 8,741 kilometers (5,431 miles / 4,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 19:41 in Osaka, it's 02:41 in San Jose. With a 17-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 San Jose (SJC) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 305° (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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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