Travelling from Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Osaka: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Osaka and Ishigaki (where Painushima Ishigaki Airport is located) are both in the UTC+9 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The most popular route is from Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Take your pick of 25 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ISG to KIX is the 10:35 Peach Aviation option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 20:20 with Japan Transocean Air.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ISG to Osaka flight.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka ticket. Begin your trip at ISG and end it at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka include:
ISG is about 11 kilometres from central Ishigaki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel close to ISG? If you've booked an early flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Painushima Ishigaki Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ISG land at their destination as scheduled 87.8% of the time.
The address for ISG is 1960-104-1 Shiraho.
How to find the cheapest flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Osaka
R 1,050 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,182. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ISG to Osaka.
The best month for finding cheap Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Stay only a short hop from the terminal if you're coming in on a late flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka. First Cabin Kansai Airport is one option close to KIX. Or check in and get some rest at Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport before continuing to your final destination.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and explore beyond Osaka's main sights.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from ISG to Osaka. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. After your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your ISG to Osaka flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near ITM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Itami Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near UKB after your ISG to Osaka flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable companies here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from UKB in advance of your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Kobe Airport's address is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
Visit Osaka during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ISG to Osaka around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Osaka, browse our selection of hotels including:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Osaka itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.