Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka is nine hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your LHR to KIX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LHR and KIX:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,539. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 1,958. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to KIX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
Increase your chances of securing the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KIX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
