Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Seoul and Osaka follow the same timezone, UTC+9.
There are 255 Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flights every week to choose from.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ICN to KIX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to choose from. When planning your Osaka trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of Japan:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Jeju Air.
With a dependable 91.8% of services arriving as planned, Air Busan has the best on-time record for ICN to KIX flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ICN and KIX:
Fukuoka Airport
Gimhae International Airport
Kagoshima Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Currently, R 696 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,803. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from ICN to KIX, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ICN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
If you're arriving on a late Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
Improve your chances of getting the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to central Osaka has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
November is the most popular month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Osaka in March.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Incheon International Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to KIX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key reasons to visit.
