Travelling from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Itami Airport (ITM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Niigata and Osaka are in the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Take your pick of 89 weekly Niigata Airport to Itami Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with ANA is the earliest flight you can take. JAL operates the last service of the day at 19:10.
Your KIJ to ITM flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
JAL has direct flights from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Osaka — and maybe even more of Japan if your schedule allows.
JAL is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
ANA is the most punctual carrier that operates KIJ to ITM flights. An impressive 85.25% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport. New Chitose Airport is a top stopover on the KIJ to ITM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Itami Airport (ITM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Niigata Airport to Itami Airport flight is R 955. A round-trip ticket is currently R 1,909. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KIJ to ITM.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from KIJ to ITM.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport.
Handy information about Niigata Airport (KIJ)
You'll find KIJ at 2350 Matsuhamacho.
78.86% of flights departing from Niigata Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Niigata to Niigata Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your flight from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a quick ride from KIJ, book a night at Hotel Nikko Niigata and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Itami Airport (ITM)
Consider booking a hotel near ITM if you're taking a late Niigata Airport to Itami Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up an Itami Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are popular providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Itami Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Itami Airport (ITM) to central Osaka
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Itami Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Itami Airport (ITM)
The quietest month for a flight from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Osaka based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Niigata Airport to Itami Airport for August if you'd like to go to Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KIJ to ITM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Osaka. Around 386 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.
