Flying from New York to Osaka: what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Osaka begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Osaka, Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the chief entry points.
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, making Osaka 13 hours ahead of New York.
Leave plenty of time to get on your New York to Osaka flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Osaka
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap New York to Osaka flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from New York to Osaka.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it easy to book a New York to Osaka flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Osaka or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your New York to Osaka flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Newark Liberty International Airport and Osaka:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Osaka, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
73% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
When organising your ticket from New York to Osaka out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
The trip to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early New York to Osaka flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Osaka. Book one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and find adventure across Osaka and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book your New York to Osaka flight even earlier.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Central Osaka is around 13 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM). As soon as your flight from New York to Osaka has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near UKB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from New York to Osaka:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and be off and running.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Itami Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from New York to Osaka has arrived. Central Osaka is about 26 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
If you prefer a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Book your ride from UKB a few weeks ahead of your flight from New York to Osaka.
Kobe Airport's street address is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month for flights from New York to Osaka. To skip the crowds, head to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your New York to Osaka ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from New York to Osaka around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Osaka right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from New York to Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Osaka. Around 386 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No journey is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.