The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 12,882 kilometers (8,005 miles / 6,956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 09:57 in Osaka, it's 02:57 in Victoria Falls. 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 3,464 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Kansai International Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 60° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.