The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Wanaka Airport (WKA) in Wanaka Airport, New Zealand is 9,446 kilometers (5,870 miles / 5,101 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:24 in Osaka, it's 02:24 in Wanaka Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,116 feet between the two airports. Wanaka Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Wanaka Airport (WKA) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 Wanaka Airport (WKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.