Flying from Tokyo to Osaka: what you need to know
Your next exciting journey begins at one of Tokyo's main airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Explore the options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Osaka taking off from either of these.
When it comes to touching down in Osaka, Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) is a major gateway. Another is Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM).
Take a direct Tokyo to Osaka flight and you'll be flying for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Tokyo.
With 209 weekly flights between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tokyo to Osaka with ANA at 06:20. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from HND to ITM is with ANA at 19:15.
To ensure you board your Tokyo to Osaka flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Osaka
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Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Osaka. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Take off from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) on a direct flight from Tokyo to Osaka. You can touch down at these Osaka airports from HND:
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM)
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Well-known carriers that offer direct Tokyo to Osaka plane tickets from HND include:
HND is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Osaka? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Tokyo Haneda Airport:
77% of flights taking off from Tokyo Haneda Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Direct flights from Tokyo to Osaka are available at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT), so consider leaving from this popular hub. NRT offers nonstop services to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) and Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM).
NRT has a variety of airlines offering direct Tokyo to Osaka plane tickets. Hop on board with any of these carriers:
You can get to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Osaka? Kick back in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near KIX if you have a late flight from Tokyo to Osaka. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserve your vehicle from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book your Tokyo to Osaka flight even earlier.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Tokyo to Osaka has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 11 kilometres from Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Tokyo to Osaka, kick back at a hotel near ITM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from ITM once you know your travel dates.
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport can be found at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Tokyo to Osaka.
Public transport can get you there in around 50 minutes.
Start your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable suppliers here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
If you'd like a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from UKB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Tokyo to Osaka.
Kobe Airport can be found at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
March is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Osaka, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Osaka based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Osaka tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to Osaka, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are attractions you won't want to skip in Osaka.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Osaka, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres east to Tokyo to tick off its leading sights. From TOKYO SKYTREE to Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres northeast of Osaka. No journey is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium.
