The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) in Santa Clara, El Salvador is 12,930 kilometers (8,034 miles / 6,981 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 El Salvador. 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 12:50 in Osaka, it's 21:50 in Santa Clara. With a 15-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 Clara (SAL) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 320° (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 El Salvador International Airport (SAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.