Travelling from Osaka to Bangkok: what you need to know
Osaka is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Osaka to Bangkok leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
When it comes to working out where to land in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the chief entry points.
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Osaka to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok two hours behind Osaka.
The busiest route for flights from Osaka to Bangkok is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take your pick of 28 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KIX to BKK is the 00:40 JAL option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 19:45 with Peach Aviation.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Osaka to Bangkok flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Bangkok
Currently, R 1,622 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Bangkok. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,094. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Osaka to Bangkok flights.
Organise your trip for February. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Osaka to Bangkok. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Begin your journey at Kansai International Airport (KIX), which has a range of direct flights from Osaka to Bangkok. From KIX, you can fly straight into Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct Osaka to Bangkok plane tickets with departures from KIX, including:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Osaka to Bangkok flights departing from Kansai International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
To get to KIX from central Osaka, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Bangkok? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are near Kansai International Airport. They're an especially great option if you're jetting out early.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, data shows 67.95% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to UKB from central Osaka in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 26 kilometres away.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Kobe Airport the day before your flight from Osaka to Bangkok:
Kobe Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find UKB at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Osaka to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Follow your own route with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Bangkok and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your Osaka to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Osaka to Bangkok has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your Osaka to Bangkok flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DMK can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Bangkok, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Osaka to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Osaka to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Osaka to Bangkok, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are must-do's during your Bangkok adventure.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Chon Buri is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
