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Cheapest round-trip
$554
Typical prices: $874-$1,481
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1Wed 11/14
HNL - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$903
Typical prices: $850-$1,477
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Thu 10/25Mon 11/5
HNL - KIX • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Japan Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 11h 01m
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Cheap Flights to Osaka

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Osaka

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14
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9:10 am - 6:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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8:40 pm - 7:10 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
29h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$554Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:00 am - 8:55 amHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 55m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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7:50 am - 7:00 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
18h 10m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$590Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:40 pm - 10:20 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 40m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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6:45 am - 9:55 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
22h 10m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$743ANA
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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1:55 pm - 9:50 pmHNL  Honolulu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
12h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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6:45 am - 9:55 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-HNL Honolulu
22h 10m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$743ANA
Sat, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 22
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3:15 pm - 5:40 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
33h 25m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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7:25 pm - 2:37 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 12m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$783Air Canada
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 27
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7:05 pm - 5:40 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
29h 35m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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7:25 pm - 9:57 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
19h 32m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$813Air Canada
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:25 am - 6:20 amSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
25h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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9:50 am - 8:55 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$835Cathay Pacific
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16
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10:55 pm - 9:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
29h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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9:50 am - 10:45 amKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
40h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$835Cathay Pacific
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 17
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11:00 pm - 2:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-UKB Kobe
22h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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3:00 pm - 2:30 pmUKB  Kobe-SFO San Francisco
16h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
$856Asiana Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:00 pm - 2:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-UKB Kobe
22h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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3:00 pm - 2:30 pmUKB  Kobe-SFO San Francisco
16h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
$856Asiana Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Osaka flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Osaka with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Osaka?

Honolulu to Osaka is the cheapest route at $554 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. San Francisco to Osaka is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $835.

How much is a flight to Osaka?

A round-trip flight to Osaka costs $1,126 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Honolulu average $850, while Seattle runs a bit higher at $885.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Osaka?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Osaka at $1,118 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,269.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Osaka?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Osaka with an average price of $864 round-trip.
•June ($1,390) and December ($1,368) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Osaka?

Afternoon flights to Osaka are the cheapest at $1,128 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,264.

What is a good deal for flights to Osaka?

Flights under $874 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Osaka at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Honolulu $710
•Las Vegas $725
•Seattle $733.

When are flights to Osaka the cheapest?

Flights to Osaka are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Osaka

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Japan Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Asiana Airlines

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for flights to Osaka

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$257
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Honolulu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

When to book flights to Osaka

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Your questions about flights to Osaka, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Osaka is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Osaka is around $874 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far are the airports serving Osaka from downtown?

    Osaka is served by multiple airports. Osaka Itami is 8.6 mi from downtown Osaka and Osaka Kansai Intl is 22.5 mi from downtown Osaka.

  • Which airports serve Osaka?

    Flights to Osaka arrive at: Osaka Itami (ITM) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX).

  • How long are nonstop flights to Osaka from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Osaka varies depending on your departure city:

    • from San Francisco: 12h 00m
    • from Los Angeles: 11h 45m
    • from Honolulu: 8h 40m

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Osaka?

    Last-minute fares to Osaka – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 2% below the average round-trip fare of $1,126. Booking late can sometimes save money, but inventory is limited.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Osaka?

    Japan Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Osaka at 10 per week, and for this route Japan Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Osaka. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Osaka?

  • How many flights serve Osaka?

    Osaka receives 3 flights per day and 24 per week from across the world. Honolulu has the most flights to Osaka, with 12 weekly flights.

  • What airports serve Osaka and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Osaka can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Osaka Itami (ITM) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX). Nearby alternatives within 50.0 mi of Osaka include Osaka Itami (ITM) and Kobe (UKB). These airports are not in Osaka itself, but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and where you are headed in the area.

  • Is there a prayer room in Kansai International Airport?

    There are three different prayer rooms located throughout Kansai International Airport that are available for all visitors. Each prayer room is separated by gender and offers ablution washing spaces. They are open during the standard airport hours.

  • What shopping options are there in Kansai International Airport?

    If you would like to treat yourself to a gift or purchase some souvenirs to bring home to friends and family, browse through the different stores located in Kansai International Airport. There are several KIX Duty Free shops that sell both local and international goods, including cosmetics, liquor, and electronics. Another option is Nagomi, which offers food products and books.

  • Does Kansai International Airport have any shower facilities?

    If you would like to refresh yourself during a long day of traveling, visit one of the airport’s two shower facilities located in the Arrivals and Departures terminal buildings. These showers are coin-operated and provide guests with products such as shampoo, conditioner, and body soap.

  • What are good hotels near Kansai International Airport?

    The Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport is a stylish choice that is less than a 5-minute walk from Kansai International Airport and a 15-minute drive to the Rinku Gate Tower Building. The Hotel Yutaka Wing is a standard option that is a 5-minute drive to the airport and less than a 30-minute drive to the Rinku-Town train station. Washington Hotel Kansai Airport is budget-friendly and is also located a 5-minute drive from the airport.

  • What are the passport and visa requirements for flying from the U.S. to Osaka International Airport?

    All U.S. citizens traveling to Osaka International Airport must possess a non-expired passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of stay in Japan. Visas are available at Japanese diplomatic missions in the United States, and there are some visa waiver agreements for short stays. Those with waiver agreements must provide proof of enough money for the stay and a valid round-trip air ticket.

  • Can I rent a car at Kansai International Airport?

    At KIX, you can find car rentals in the Arrival Lobby on the first floor of the terminal. You will access the car rental area by taking the escalator down to the first floor and proceeding to the center of the lobby, where the car rental area is situated. Drivers should provide a valid driver's license and passport papers to rent a car.

  • Which is the best airport in Osaka?

    The best airport to fly into Osaka is Kansai International Airport (KIX). It is the region's main international airport located south of Osaka City. KIX offers direct flights to many cities worldwide, making it the best airport for international passengers. It has Enhanced connections with other parts of Japan by road and rail and has multiple daily departures to domestic cities.

  • Are there accessible services at Osaka International Airport?

    There are accessible restrooms for passengers with disabilities and hearing loops for those with hearing impairments offers accessible parking spaces for disabled passengers. Travelers can request wheelchairs, assistance with checking, and priority boarding, among others. The airport staff can assist with navigating the airport, disembarking, and connecting flights.

Your guide to booking Osaka flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Osaka, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 6% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Osaka, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $874 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Osaka around February. Round-trip fares historically average $864 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to $136 per round-trip. Noon flights to Osaka average $1,128 compared to $1,264 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Osaka, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Japan Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, ANA includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Osaka, a few great places to start are Universal Studios Japan and Dotonbori Glico Man Sign. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • If you are traveling with children and do not have access to your own stroller while in Kansai International Airport, consider using one of the airport’s loaner strollers. This service is a convenient way to move throughout the different terminals either after your flight to Osaka has landed or before your next flight takes off.
  • Are you or someone you are traveling with a plane-enthusiast? Make sure to visit the airport’s Sky View Observation Hall located near the Ferry Terminal. This hall provides travelers with a direct view of take-offs and landings, making it an interesting way to pass the time.
  • For those that will be flying with a pet, take advantage of the Pet Hotel located in Kansai International Airport. Because pets must be kept in cages while in the main terminals, the Pet Hotel serves as a convenient way to give your animal some breathing room and allow them to relax before your flight.
  • If you find that it is raining once your flight to Osaka lands, feel free to take a complimentary umbrella from the umbrella reuse receptacles located in the Arrivals terminal. Likewise, if you have an umbrella that you no longer need, drop it off in one of the bins for another traveler to eventually use.
  • Hoping to have a particularly relaxing travel experience in Kansai International Airport? Purchase an access pass for the KIX Airport Lounge located just before immigration. This lounge provides travelers with complimentary snacks, high-speed WiFi, and a variety of entertainment options, including magazines and TVs.
  • Itami Airport/Osaka International Airport (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX)  are the two major airports in Osaka City. They serve the region and receive international and domestic flights from various airlines.
  • Kansai International Airport is a base for Japan Airlines. Flying with Japan Airlines to KIX can have great benefits, such as easier connections to other cities flying from the hub. Additionally, its loyalty program rewards members with discounts and special offers.

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