Flying from Nagoya to Osaka: what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Nagoya's main airports, Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) or Nagoya Airport (NKM). Check out your options for booking a flight from Nagoya to Osaka departing from either of these.
The major entry paths to Osaka are Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Itami Airport (ITM).
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Nagoya.
To ensure you get on your Nagoya 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 travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Osaka
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Flying from Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
To reach NGO from central Nagoya, it takes about 45 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Chubu Centrair International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nagoya to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chubu Centrair International Airport, data shows 78.8% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find NGO at 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Arriving 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 40 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nagoya to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your date of travel.
KIX is situated at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
As soon as your flight from Nagoya to Osaka has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is approximately 13 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and be on your way in a flash.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from ITM in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
The address for Itami Airport is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Hop off your flight from Nagoya to Osaka and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Osaka is around 26 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and typically takes 45 minutes to reach driving.
Start your trip without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from UKB well ahead of your flight from Nagoya to Osaka. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Nagoya to Osaka. June is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Nagoya to Osaka ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Nagoya to Osaka around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Osaka, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are top sights which should be on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 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.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.