San Jose to Osaka (SJC–KIX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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San Jose to Osaka
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
5,432 mi 10h 57m nonstop +16h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SJC and KIX, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJC to KIX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
449
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Osaka from San Jose

Nearby airports with service to Kansai International Airport.
Metric SJC→KIX SFO→KIX
Distance from SJC – 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 7
Flight time 10h 57m 12h 5m
Departure OTP 100% –
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka flights
Airports within 200 miles of SJC with service to Kansai International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+16h
Osaka is 16 hours ahead of San Jose.
SJC: PDT · KIX: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 10:00 AM (next day) in Osaka.
Distance & Flight Time
5,432 mi / 8,741 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 10h 57m.
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

SJC–KIX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Jose to Osaka route.
Route details
Distance5,432 mi / 8,741 km
Flight time10h 57m
Time difference+16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: SJC
Full nameNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 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 SJC to KIX flights.
Nonstop flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Kansai International Airport take approximately 10h 57m. The route covers 5,432 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNY, SEA, ANC, HND, YVR, SFO, KOA, HGH, HNL, PEK, HKG, ORD, SYD, LAX, NRT and ATL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Osaka is 16 hours ahead of San Jose.
Yes, return flights from KIX to SJC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SFO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Flights from SJC to KIX

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SJC to KIX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SJC to KIX ranges from 10 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,432 miles (8,741 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO).