KIX
Osaka
Japan
8,885 km
5,521 miles
MLK
Malta
United States
Distance
8,885 km
5,521 mi / 4,798 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
37°
northeast

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KIX MLK
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Malta Airport
IATA Code KIX MLK
ICAO Code RJBB KM75
City Osaka Malta
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Denver
Elevation 26 ft 2,254 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 48.370000, -107.920000

Osaka (KIX) to Malta (MLK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Malta Airport (MLK) in Malta, United States is 8,885 kilometers (5,521 miles / 4,798 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:06 in Osaka, it's 14:06 in Malta. With a 16-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 2,228 feet between the two airports. Malta Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Malta (MLK) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 312° (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 Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Malta Airport (MLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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