Airport Comparison
| KIX | MDQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kansai International Airport | Astor Piazzola International Airport |
| IATA Code | KIX | MDQ |
| ICAO Code | RJBB | SAZM |
| City | Osaka | Mar del Plata |
| Country | Japan | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Elevation | 26 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.430000, 135.240000 | -37.930000, -57.570000 |
Osaka (KIX) to Mar del Plata (MDQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina is 18,803 kilometers (11,683 miles / 10,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:45 in Osaka, it's 19:45 in Mar del Plata. With a 12-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 Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). 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 Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.