Travelling from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
Osaka has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE) taking off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
8 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Osaka to Brisbane Airport flight.
Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane. The city runs on the UTC+10 timezone and is one hour ahead of Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from KIX to BNE on Jetstar's 9:45pm flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Osaka to BNE.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Get to your destination in one go from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE) are available from here.
Jetstar is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Osaka to Brisbane Airport departing from KIX.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between KIX and BNE is Jetstar.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Jetstar. Its services arrive as planned 68.57% of the time.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Osaka to BNE with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between KIX and BNE include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
KIX is about 48 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra sleep) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another convenient accommodation option near Kansai International Airport.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.95% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Break up your flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport with a stop at Narita International Airport (NRT). A main stopover between Itami Airport and BNE, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
ITM is about 16 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Osaka to BNE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Itami Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
77.41% of flights leaving Itami Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're on your way to UKB from central Osaka, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 40 kilometres.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Osaka to Brisbane Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Kobe Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 85.15%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
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For the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Osaka to Brisbane Airport flight.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Brisbane. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Brisbane Airport is 197 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 408 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Osaka to BNE by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Osaka to Brisbane Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Osaka to BNE.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport (BNE). July is the peak month for travel to Brisbane. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Osaka to BNE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Brisbane Airport in July when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Brisbane
Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Brisbane Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brisbane:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary are top sights which should be on any good Brisbane itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of Brisbane, a trip to Toowoomba will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
Around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane, Bundaberg is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounters.