Travelling from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX) leaving from either of these.
1 hour 25 minutes is the average duration of a direct Tokyo to Kansai International Airport flight.
Osaka (where Kansai International Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Kansai International Airport (KIX), with 67 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from HND to KIX is the 7:05am JAL option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9pm with ANA.
Your flight from Tokyo to KIX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like March and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Take the express route from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX) operate from here.
ANA is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport departing from HND.
Most passengers choose to book seats with ANA (All Nippon Airways) from HND to KIX.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Tokyo to HND takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
78% of flights departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX) plane ticket out of Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). See if flying from NRT works better for your plans.
Board your direct flight from Tokyo to KIX with Jetstar Japan. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of NRT.
On the NRT to KIX route, Jetstar Japan is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Choose Jetstar Japan if being on time is your priority. Its flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Kansai International Airport land as scheduled 84.24% of the time.
You can arrive at NRT from central Tokyo in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to KIX flight:
73% of flights out of Tokyo Narita International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near KIX and be in snooze mode sooner:
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. It takes around 50 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport is 29 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 59 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from Tokyo to KIX by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
December is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport (KIX), while April is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Osaka based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Tokyo to KIX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Kansai International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are highlights which should be on every Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Nagoya is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Osaka. Around 177 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
Around 209 kilometres east of Osaka, Toyohashi is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari.