Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul.
Flights from ICN to KIX start from 06:50 — the earliest with Korean Air. The last departure is at 21:00 with Peach Aviation. In total, there are 228 weekly Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ICN to KIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport, so getting to Osaka (and then seeing more of Japan!) is easy. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Jeju Air.
The most punctual carrier offering ICN to KIX flights is Air Busan. Its services land as scheduled 71.43% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ICN and KIX include:
Fukuoka Airport
Kagoshima Airport
Gimhae International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Right now, 23 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 61 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ICN to KIX.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
54.5% of flights that depart Incheon International Airport reach their destination on time.
The journey from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to ICN:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're coming in on a late Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near KIX:
Grab a Kansai International Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport several weeks ahead to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to KIX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among the biggest draws.
