Travelling from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Osaka: what you need to know
Ngurah Rai International Airport is located in Denpasar. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Denpasar.
To ensure you catch your flight from DPS to Osaka, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from DPS to Osaka, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Changle International Airport (FOC)
When travelling to Japan for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Indonesia. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka.
The journey from central Denpasar to DPS takes around 51 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DPS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Osaka
R 2,651 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,515. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DPS to Osaka. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to KIX if you're catching a late flight from Ngurah Rai 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 central Osaka. Following your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near ITM. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from DPS to Osaka at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Osaka, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from DPS to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Osaka, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-visits when exploring Osaka.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
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