Travelling from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 16 hours behind Osaka.
Every week, there are seven Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 17:40 JAL flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 17:50 with JAL.
Leave enough time to make your KIX to LAX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Flying into Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with JAL. This popular airline has direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is JAL.
JAL ranks as the top on-time carrier for KIX to LAX flights, with 93.18% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KIX and LAX:
Narita International Airport
Haneda Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is P18,616. A return plane ticket is currently P41,618. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from KIX to LAX by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, 67.95% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near KIX? If you're boarding an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Los Angeles. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to go to Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KIX to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are highlights.