Flying from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
You can choose from a number of airports when organising a flight from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Check out your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Osaka is 9 hours ahead of London. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to KIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from London to KIX with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LHR and KIX include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Kansai International Airport, check out these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to KIX:
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Kansai International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
For a one-way ticket from London to Kansai International Airport, R 6,251 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 10,306. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to KIX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from London to Kansai International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from London to KIX.
Customise your journey by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from London to Kansai International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from London to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the busiest month for flights from London to Kansai International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Osaka in April when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from London to KIX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Kansai International Airport:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Osaka must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Universal Studios Japan.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to Kansai International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Osaka. Check out the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
