The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil is 19,024 kilometers (11,821 miles / 10,272 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 Brazil. 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 10:40 in Osaka, it's 22:40 in Santa Maria. 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 Santa Maria (RIA) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 304° (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 Santa Maria Airport (RIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.