Travelling from Osaka to Tokyo: what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Osaka's main airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM). Check out your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Tokyo departing from either of these.
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points to Tokyo.
Hop on a direct Osaka to Tokyo flight and you'll be flying for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Osaka and Tokyo share the same timezone, UTC+9.
The most popular route for flights from Osaka to Tokyo is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Haneda Airport (HND). You can choose from 83 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KIX to HND is the 06:40 JAL option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:10 with JAL.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Osaka to Tokyo flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Tokyo
Currently, $52 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Tokyo. The cheapest price for a return flight is $107. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Osaka to Tokyo flights.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Osaka to Tokyo. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Take off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) and fly right through to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). If you're searching for a direct flight from Osaka to Tokyo out of KIX, those are your arrival options.
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Osaka to Tokyo plane tickets out of KIX. Get on board with any of these:
To get to KIX from central Osaka, it'll take around 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 Tokyo? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are close to Kansai International Airport. They're an especially great option if you have an early flight out.
Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Prefer to jet off from Kobe Airport (UKB)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Osaka to Tokyo, seamlessly connecting you to Haneda Airport (HND).
From UKB, you can book a direct Osaka to Tokyo plane ticket with Skymark Airlines.
Driving from central Osaka to UKB typically takes 45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Kobe Airport the day before your flight from Osaka to Tokyo:
Most flights that leave Kobe Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
You'll find UKB at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from Osaka to Tokyo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your Osaka to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make collecting a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, head to Tokyo in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your Osaka to Tokyo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Osaka to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Osaka to Tokyo:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.