KIX
Osaka
Japan
1,973 km
1,226 miles
KNH
Shang-I
Taiwan
Distance
1,973 km
1,226 mi / 1,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
240°
west southwest

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KIX KNH
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Kinmen Airport
IATA Code KIX KNH
ICAO Code RJBB RCBS
City Osaka Shang-I
Country Japan Taiwan
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Asia/Taipei
Elevation 26 ft 93 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 24.430000, 118.360000

Osaka (KIX) to Shang-I (KNH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Kinmen Airport (KNH) in Shang-I, Taiwan is 1,973 kilometers (1,226 miles / 1,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Japan with Taiwan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:57 in Osaka, it's 14:57 in Shang-I.

The return flight from Shang-I (KNH) 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 Kinmen Airport (KNH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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