Flying from Osaka to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Los Angeles taking off from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the primary gateways.
The average length of a direct Osaka to Los Angeles flight is 10 hours 15 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles 16 hours behind Osaka.
With six flights a week between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Osaka to Los Angeles with JAL at 17:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from KIX to LAX is with JAL at 17:50.
To ensure you make it on your Osaka to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Los Angeles
P18,842 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Los Angeles. A return flight starts from P38,966. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Osaka to Los Angeles flights.
September is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Osaka to Los Angeles. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Los Angeles leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Start your trip at KIX and touch down at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
JAL is a leading airline that offers direct Osaka to Los Angeles plane tickets from KIX.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for Osaka to Los Angeles flights departing from Kansai International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a handy hotel near Kansai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Osaka to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on time at their destination.
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Osaka to Los Angeles. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your Osaka to Los Angeles flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Los Angeles. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Los Angeles in May.
Book an Osaka to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Osaka to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Jose is another favourite destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.