Travelling from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Osaka: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka is 2 hours 57 minutes.
Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Taipei, where Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located. Osaka operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
The most popular route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Choose from 163 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to KIX is the 02:30 Jetstar Japan service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:45 with Peach.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from TPE to Osaka. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Osaka are available for booking. Kansai International Airport (KIX) will be where your journey ends.
Direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka are operated by a good range of airlines. Fly with any of these:
If you have a passport from Taiwan and want to travel to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka.
TPE is about 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 42 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near TPE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Osaka
$123 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka. A return flight starts from $284. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TPE to Osaka.
The cheapest month for tickets from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel near KIX if you have a late flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. After your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ITM. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from TPE to Osaka:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Osaka, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before you book a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from TPE to Osaka sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Osaka right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Osaka:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are attractions you won't want to skip in Osaka.
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