Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Itami Airport (ITM): what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to ITM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to discover another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Haneda Airport is a popular stop between SYD and ITM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Itami Airport (ITM)
At the moment, R 5,685 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,987. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to ITM, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYD to ITM.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Itami Airport (ITM)
Consider staying in a hotel near ITM if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Itami Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are well-known companies you can book with here.
Boost your chances of getting the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Itami Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise move.
Getting from Itami Airport (ITM) to central Osaka
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
From Itami Airport, Osaka is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Itami Airport (ITM)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Itami Airport for August if you want to explore Osaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ITM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.