Flying from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from here.
The average duration of a direct Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 10 hours 20 minutes.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is 17 hours behind Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from KIX to LAX on JAL's 5:40pm flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Osaka to LAX, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Book your direct flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport with JAL. This top airline operates services from KIX.
J-Air ranks first in bookings for flights from KIX to LAX.
J-Air is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 75.41% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Osaka to LAX that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between KIX and LAX include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
KIX is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Kansai International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is a great option between Osaka Itami International Airport and LAX.
ITM is around 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Osaka to LAX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Osaka Itami International Airport:
Most flights that depart Osaka Itami International Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 83%.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
UKB is around 32 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Kobe Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport flight:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 82%. This means most of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
The street address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel close to LAX if you're catching a late flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
R 6,542 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,491. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Osaka to LAX by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Los Angeles. July is when most people book flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Osaka to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Los Angeles should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without a visit to Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
