Travelling from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Fukuoka (the location of Fukuoka Airport) and Osaka are in the same timezone — UTC+9.
With 76 weekly flights between the two airports, Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Itami Airport (ITM) is the busiest route. JAL operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FUK to ITM is with ANA at 19:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your FUK to Osaka flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Fukuoka Airport to Osaka tickets are available for booking. Kansai International Airport (KIX) will be your arrival point.
You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka, such as:
FUK is about 3 kilometres from central Fukuoka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near FUK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Fukuoka Airport, 68.19% arrive on time at their destination.
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka
30 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fukuoka Airport to Osaka flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 61 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from FUK to Osaka, reserve your journey three months before your departure.
July is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Fukuoka Airport to Osaka tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Arriving late on a flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka? Collect your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to KIX are First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport.
Go where the road takes you with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and venture far and wide through Osaka and beyond.
Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from FUK to Osaka is a wise move.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can check in after your FUK to Osaka flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from ITM in advance so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
You'll find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 40 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka.
Reserve a hotel close to UKB and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late FUK to Osaka flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are dependable companies for booking.
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Book your ride from UKB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka.
The address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
Before you book your flights from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Osaka offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Fukuoka Airport to Osaka plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FUK to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Osaka to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.