Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport is 12 hours 30 minutes.
Osaka is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Flights from LAX to KIX start from 13:10 — the earliest with JAL. The last departure is at 14:55 with JAL. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your LAX to KIX flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
JAL is your gateway to exploring Osaka (and perhaps some other great parts of Japan!). Browse the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with JAL on this route.
With 76.74% of its services arriving as planned, JAL is the most punctual carrier offering LAX to KIX flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LAX and KIX:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Haneda Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
P21,542 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. A return flight starts at P40,103. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to KIX.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LAX to KIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Pick up a Kansai International Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Give yourself a better shot at securing a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to KIX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Osaka, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey about 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to check off its leading attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.