Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, making Osaka nine hours ahead of Glasgow.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to KIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GLA and KIX:
Dubai Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Currently, R 6,780 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,189. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GLA to KIX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from GLA to KIX.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Osaka and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International Airport to central Osaka has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GLA to KIX sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
