The flight distance from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) in Kagoshima, Japan to Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique is 12,209 kilometers (7,586 miles / 6,592 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

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 Mozambique. 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 14:35 in Kagoshima, it's 07:35 in Maputo. 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.

The return flight from Maputo (MPM) to Kagoshima (KOJ) follows a heading of 63° (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 Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) and Maputo Airport (MPM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.