Travelling from Melbourne to Osaka: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Osaka.
Touch down at Osaka's major arrival point, Kansai International Airport (KIX).
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to Osaka, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you hold a passport from Australia and are travelling to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap flight from Melbourne to Osaka.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Melbourne to Osaka departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in approximately 28 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 42 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Osaka, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to the centre of Osaka is about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Central Osaka is located around 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM). After your flight from Melbourne to Osaka has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 18 minutes.
After your flight from Melbourne to Osaka, settle in at a hotel near ITM. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Osaka
P12,853 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Osaka. Return flights start at P25,218. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to Osaka if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Osaka across each month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Osaka. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Melbourne to Osaka. June is the busiest month to travel to Osaka. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to Osaka in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Osaka in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Osaka, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are attractions you won't want to skip in Osaka.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
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