The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 9,890 kilometers (6,145 miles / 5,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 05:27 in Osaka, it's 13:27 in Tucson. 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 2,617 feet between the two airports. Tucson International Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Tucson (TUS) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 311° (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 Tucson International Airport (TUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.