Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to London: what you need to know
London is nine hours behind Osaka, where Kansai International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your KIX to London flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from KIX to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
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KIX is around 40 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Kansai International Airport to London? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are near KIX. They're a particularly great option if you're catching an early flight.
67.95% of flights that depart Kansai International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to London
223 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is 487 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from KIX to London, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Kansai International Airport to London is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KIX to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kansai International Airport to London by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kansai International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from KIX to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Kansai International Airport to London has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your KIX to London flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW can land you a better rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Kansai International Airport to London.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your KIX to London flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Begin your trip without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Kansai International Airport to London is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Kansai International Airport to London. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to London in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Kansai International Airport to London plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KIX to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Kansai International Airport to London:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just two of the major attractions to put on your London itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.