Flying from Houston to Osaka: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Houston. Check out your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when organising your flight from Houston to Osaka.
Touch down at Osaka's primary gateway, Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka 14 hours ahead of Houston.
To ensure you catch your Houston to Osaka flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Osaka
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Houston to Osaka flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
IAH is around 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Osaka, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Give yourself some time to recharge during your Houston to Osaka flight with a stopover. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the main options between William P. Hobby Airport and Osaka.
HOU is about 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Osaka, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 81.06% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Pick up a Kansai International Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserve your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book your Houston to Osaka flight even earlier.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is about 13 kilometres from central Osaka. Once you've disembarked your flight from Houston to Osaka, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Itami Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and set off in the blink of an eye.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from ITM as soon as you know your dates.
You can find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Houston to Osaka has touched down. Central Osaka is about 26 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.
Whether you want a compact just for you or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Kobe Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Houston to Osaka is a good move. In addition to better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at UKB.
The address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Osaka. To skip the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
Book a Houston to Osaka ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Osaka to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Houston to Osaka, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Osaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Osaka. Around 386 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No journey is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.