Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is seven hours ahead of Cairo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your CAI to KIX flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between CAI and KIX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Right now, 388 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 689 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAI to KIX, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CAI to KIX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
65% of flights that take off from Cairo Airport make it to their destination on time.
Cairo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Book a hotel close to KIX if you're taking a late Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
November is the busiest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Osaka in March.
Book your flight from Cairo Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport for August if you want to explore Osaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAI to KIX sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.