Travelling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Osaka: what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of Liverpool, where Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LPL to Osaka flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you want to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book flight tickets from LPL to Osaka with a stopover. To check out your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a go-to stop on this route.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Liverpool, LPL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LPL:
Of all flights leaving Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 74.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Osaka
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka flight is R 8,837. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 22,558. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LPL to Osaka if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Coming in late on a flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka? Grab your luggage and go straight to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to KIX are First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport.
Pick up a Kansai International Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport a few weeks before your flight from LPL to Osaka. Prices usually increase closer to the day of travel.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
There are some great places to call home for the night near ITM. Kick back and get cosy after your LPL to Osaka flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Itami Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and make a speedy getaway.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from ITM once you know your travel dates.
You'll find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka has arrived. Central Osaka is about 40 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near UKB. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your LPL to Osaka flight:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from UKB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
Before booking your flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Osaka offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LPL to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Osaka, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are a couple of major attractions to add to your Osaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 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 favourite stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
