The flight distance from Gambella Airport (GMB) in Gambela, Ethiopia to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan is 10,463 kilometers (6,501 miles / 5,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:16 in Gambela, it's 15:16 in Osaka. With a 6-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 1,588 feet between the two airports. Kansai International Airport sits lower than Gambella Airport.

The return flight from Osaka (KIX) to Gambela (GMB) follows a heading of 283° (west 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 Gambella Airport (GMB) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.