Travelling from Brussels to Osaka: what you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Brussels to Osaka flying out of Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Step off your plane in Osaka at Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Osaka is eight hours ahead of Brussels and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Brussels to Osaka flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Osaka
To pick up cheap Brussels to Osaka flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Brussels to Osaka.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Brussels to Osaka by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Brussels to Osaka flights.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Brussels to Osaka flights leaving from Brussels Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Brussels to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Give yourself some time to stretch your legs during your Brussels to Osaka flight with a stopover. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is one of the options between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Osaka.
CRL is about 40 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Brussels to Osaka? Kick back in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KIX if you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Osaka. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar to explore Osaka and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during peak season, it's smart to book your Brussels to Osaka flight even earlier.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Brussels to Osaka has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is approximately 13 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
After your flight from Brussels to Osaka, settle in at a hotel near UKB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab an Itami Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Itami Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Brussels to Osaka has touched down. Central Osaka is about 26 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are dependable companies for booking.
If you'd like a certain make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from UKB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Brussels to Osaka.
Kobe Airport's street address is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Osaka. To avoid the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
Before locking in your Brussels to Osaka tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are essential stops on your Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Osaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel around 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to check off its leading attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.