Louisville to Osaka (SDF–KIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Louisville to Osaka
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+13h ahead 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SDF and KIX, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SDF to KIX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
HND ~7h 15m ANC ~16h 6m NRT ~16h 11m LAX ~17h 47m YVR ~17h 48m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
303
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SDF → KIX
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
Return
KIX → SDF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SDF delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+13h
Osaka is 13 hours ahead of Louisville.
SDF: EDT · KIX: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Louisville, it's 7:00 AM (next day) in Osaka.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Complete the Visit Japan Web form online before arrival to speed up immigration and customs processing. Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000. Bringing meat, fruit, or plant products requires declaration; penalties for violations are strict.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

SDF–KIX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Louisville to Osaka route.
Route details
Time difference+13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: SDF
Full nameLouisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
IATA / ICAOSDF / KSDF
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Louisville
Passengers/yr4.7M
Elevation501 ft / 153 m
Destination: KIX
Full nameKansai International Airport
IATA / ICAOKIX / RJBB
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr30.6M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SDF to KIX flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HND, ANC, NRT, LAX, YVR, HNL, ATL and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Osaka is 13 hours ahead of Louisville.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via HND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.