Flying from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Kaohsiung's timezone is UTC+8, making Kaohsiung one hour behind Osaka.
There are 38 Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flights each week to choose from.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KIX to KHH 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.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
There are direct flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport, so getting to Kaohsiung (and then seeing more of Taiwan!) is easy. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with EVA Air on this route.
EVA Air ranks as the leading on-time carrier for KIX to KHH flights, with 86.32% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between KIX and KHH:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Incheon International Airport
Okinawa Naha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
R 506 is currently the best price for a one-way Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,227. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KIX to KHH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KIX to KHH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport from central Osaka, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to KIX:
Arriving at Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
Reserve a hotel near KHH if you're catching a late Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kaohsiung Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or Holiday and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kaohsiung and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kaohsiung Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
From Kaohsiung Airport, Kaohsiung is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Kaohsiung. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kaohsiung is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Kaohsiung Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KIX to KHH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Taiwan
Kaohsiung has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north-east of Kaohsiung, a trip to Taipei will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Taiwan, head for Taichung, roughly 177 kilometres north of Kaohsiung. Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple are highlights.