BFI
Seattle
United States
8,087 km
5,025 miles
KIX
Osaka
Japan
Distance
8,087 km
5,025 mi / 4,367 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BFI KIX
Airport Name Boeing Field/King County International Airport Kansai International Airport
IATA Code BFI KIX
ICAO Code KBFI RJBB
City Seattle Osaka
Country United States Japan
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 22 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 47.530000, -122.300000 34.430000, 135.240000

Seattle (BFI) to Osaka (KIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) in Seattle, United States to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan is 8,087 kilometers (5,025 miles / 4,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 United States with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:09 in Seattle, it's 06:09 in Osaka. 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 Osaka (KIX) to Seattle (BFI) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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