The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Kotakoli Airport (KLI) in Kotakoli Airport, DR Congo is 11,870 kilometers (7,376 miles / 6,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:30 in Osaka, it's 00:30 in Kotakoli Airport. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,775 feet between the two airports. Kotakoli Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Kotakoli Airport (KLI) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 52° (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 Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kotakoli Airport (KLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.