Travelling from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
Osaka is nine hours ahead of London. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to KIX.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to KIX. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Kansai International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Kansai International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and KIX are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to KIX flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Lock in a plane ticket from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between STN and KIX include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Kansai International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from STN land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 65% of the time.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Kansai International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Central Osaka is around 48 kilometres from Kansai International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Right now, 351 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kansai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 501 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to KIX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Kansai International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Lock in a cheap flight from London to Kansai International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to visit Osaka. April is when most people book flights from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your London to KIX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Kansai International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Osaka right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Kansai International Airport:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Osaka when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Dotonbori followed by Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Osaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel around 177 kilometres north-east to Nagoya to check off its leading attractions. From Nagoya Castle to Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, consider Hiroshima, roughly 257 kilometres west of Osaka. Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park are among its highlights.