Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka is 13 hours ahead of Detroit and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DTW to KIX flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between DTW and KIX include:
Haneda Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is $616. A return plane ticket is currently $1,429. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DTW to KIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DTW to KIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of all flights leaving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% land on time at their destination.
To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DTW. Whether you have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Reserve a hotel near KIX if you're on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and chase adventure across Osaka and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Osaka. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DTW to KIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Osaka, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel about 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its leading sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.