Travelling from Osaka to Melbourne: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Osaka to Melbourne. Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are Osaka's main airports.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be arriving in Melbourne.
Melbourne is two hours ahead of Osaka and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Osaka to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Melbourne
To find cheap Osaka to Melbourne flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Osaka to Melbourne flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Melbourne, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another convenient option near Kansai International Airport.
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Driving from central Osaka to UKB usually takes 45 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 26 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Kobe Airport the day before your flight from Osaka to Melbourne:
Flights from Kobe Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85% of them arriving as expected.
UKB is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Melbourne. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and chase adventure across Melbourne and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your Osaka to Melbourne flight.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Melbourne. After your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a car once you've hopped off your flight from Osaka to Melbourne.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey with an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar are reliable rental providers.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Osaka to Melbourne is a good move. In addition to better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
January is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Melbourne. To avoid the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.
Book an Osaka to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Osaka to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without seeing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.