Flying from Seoul to Osaka: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seoul. Explore your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Osaka.
Touch down at Osaka's primary gateway, Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 46 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Seoul to Osaka. These two cities share the same timezone (UTC+9).
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 228 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Seoul to Osaka is with Asiana Airlines at 19:20. Opt for the first ICN to KIX departure with Korean Air at 06:50 to maximise your time in Osaka.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Seoul to Osaka.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can enter Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from South Korea. But before booking your cheap flight from Seoul to Osaka, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Osaka leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Begin your journey at ICN and touch down at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
These are some of the well-known airlines offering direct flights from Seoul to Osaka taking off from ICN:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Seoul to Osaka. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Naha Airport (OKA)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Have an early flight from Seoul to Osaka? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
You can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Osaka departing from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Kick off your travels at GMP and in no time you'll be at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Asiana Airlines operates direct flights from Seoul to Osaka out of GMP. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Split up your flight from Seoul to Osaka with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Incheon International Airport and Osaka are:
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Naha Airport (OKA)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seoul to Osaka, kick back in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
Arriving 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're catching a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Seoul to Osaka has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 18 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Seoul to Osaka:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Osaka
Right now, R 625 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Osaka. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,515. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Seoul to Osaka.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Osaka. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Seoul to Osaka. June is the most popular month for a trip to Osaka. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Seoul to Osaka, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Seoul to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Osaka:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are essential stops on your Osaka itinerary.
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