The flight distance from Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) in Essen Mulheim Airport, Germany to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan is 9,222 kilometers (5,730 miles / 4,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Essen Mulheim Airport, it's 04:51 in Osaka. With a 8-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 Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) follows a heading of 330° (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 Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.