Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Guangzhou.
Pack your bags and choose from 14 weekly Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CAN to KIX flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
With direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Osaka (and then other corners of Japan) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is China Southern.
With a dependable 97.3% of services arriving as scheduled, China Southern is the most punctual carrier for CAN to KIX flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAN and KIX:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Hangzhou Airport
Hefei Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
At the moment, R 2,447 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,239. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CAN to KIX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination without delay.
Guangzhou Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CAN:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KIX if you're catching a late Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserve your ride from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport for August if you want to visit Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to KIX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Tokyo will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key highlights.