Flying from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Osaka: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka.
Osaka and Nagasaki (where Nagasaki Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The busiest route is from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Kobe Airport (UKB). You can choose from 63 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NGS to UKB is the 07:55 ANA (All Nippon Airways) service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:05 with Japan Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from NGS to Osaka.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can fly straight to Osaka departing from NGS. Arrive at one of these airports following your flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Itami Airport (ITM)
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka. Reserve your trip with one of these:
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within Japan. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked your cheap tickets from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka.
NGS is about 32 kilometres from central Nagasaki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 44 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to NGS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Osaka
P1,809 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P3,622. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NGS to Osaka.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Osaka. After your flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from NGS to Osaka, kick back at a hotel near ITM. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka. June is the most popular month to travel to Osaka. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from NGS 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
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Osaka right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Nagasaki Airport to Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are major attractions which should feature on every Osaka itinerary.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
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