Flying from Milan to Osaka: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Milan to Osaka. Explore your options for departing Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Disembark at Kansai International Airport (KIX), the primary gateway of Osaka.
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka eight hours ahead of Milan.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Milan to Osaka flight.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Osaka
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Milan to Osaka flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Milan to Osaka is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for Milan to Osaka flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
MXP is about 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Osaka? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
68.23% of flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Split up your Milan to Osaka flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Osaka are:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Osaka, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can lock in a ticket from Milan to Osaka with a stop or two out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Osaka:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Milan to Osaka flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. To put it plainly, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Milan to Osaka. Book one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Pick up a Kansai International Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
As soon as your flight from Milan to Osaka has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 13 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Itami Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
You can find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 26 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Milan to Osaka.
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten make getting on the road effortless.
If you're hoping for a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from UKB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Milan to Osaka.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Milan to Osaka. June is the most popular month to travel to Osaka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Milan to Osaka ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Milan to Osaka in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-visits when exploring Osaka.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
