Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of Dublin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your DUB to KIX flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DUB and KIX:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is R 6,756. A round-trip ticket right now is R 12,311. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from DUB to KIX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DUB to KIX by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights leaving from Dublin Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider staying in a hotel near KIX if you have a late Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and find adventure across Osaka and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Osaka in April.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you want to go to Osaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUB to KIX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Osaka, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel about 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to check off its leading sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.