Flying from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
Osaka is 17 hours ahead of Seattle. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to KIX, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Seattle to KIX with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between SEA and KIX include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to KIX flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes around 50 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Currently, R 7,118 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kansai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,885. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to KIX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Seattle to Kansai International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Seattle to KIX.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
April is when most people book flights from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Plan your visit to Osaka in November for a quieter experience.
When booking your Seattle to KIX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
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. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Osaka when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Dotonbori followed by Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Nagoya is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Osaka. Around 177 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Ninomaru Garden.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, head for Toyohashi, roughly 209 kilometres east of Osaka. Ueno Park, Yoshida Castle and Fukushima Park are key highlights.
