Flying from Osaka to Paris: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Osaka to Paris. Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the main airports in Osaka.
Paris has a number of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Around 14 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Osaka to Paris flight.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Osaka.
The most popular route for flights from Osaka to Paris is from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). You can choose from four services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KIX to CDG is the 11:20 Air France service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 12:30 with Air France.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Osaka to Paris flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like November, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Paris
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Jet off from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) on a nonstop flight from Osaka to Paris. From KIX, you can land directly at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Lock in your Osaka to Paris plane tickets with Air France. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from KIX.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Osaka to Paris flights leaving from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Osaka, KIX can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Paris, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Osaka to UKB in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Osaka to Paris? Kick back in a hotel near Kobe Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Kobe Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for UKB is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Follow your own route with a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and chase adventure across Paris and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Osaka to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The trip will take about 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to ORY. Kick back after your Osaka to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY will save you money.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Osaka to Paris and head directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Paris is around 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to BVA. Check in to one of these stays after your Osaka to Paris flight:
Whether you're looking for an economy for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Paris Beauvais Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from companies such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Around three weeks before your flight from Osaka to Paris is a good time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Paris Beauvais Airport's official address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Paris. July is the busiest month to visit Paris. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Osaka to Paris ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Osaka to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Osaka to Paris, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are top attractions which should feature on every Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to check off its leading attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
