The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka, Zambia is 12,486 kilometers (7,758 miles / 6,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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 Zambia. 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 13:09 in Osaka, it's 06:09 in Lusaka. With a 7-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 3,753 feet between the two airports. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Lusaka (LUN) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 59° (east 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 Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.