KIX
Osaka
Japan
8,968 km
5,572 miles
WYS
West Yellowstone
United States
Distance
8,968 km
5,572 mi / 4,842 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
41°
northeast

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KIX WYS
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Yellowstone Airport
IATA Code KIX WYS
ICAO Code RJBB KWYS
City Osaka West Yellowstone
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 26 ft 6,649 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 44.690000, -111.120000

Osaka (KIX) to West Yellowstone (WYS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States is 8,968 kilometers (5,572 miles / 4,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 21:41 in Osaka, it's 05:41 in West Yellowstone. 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 6,623 feet between the two airports. Yellowstone Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from West Yellowstone (WYS) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 310° (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 Yellowstone Airport (WYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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