Travelling from New York to Osaka: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Osaka, there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are some of New York's main terminals.
Arrive in Osaka at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Osaka is 14 hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your New York to Osaka flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Osaka
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap New York to Osaka flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
We make it a breeze to find a New York to Osaka flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
JFK is about 21 kilometers from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your New York to Osaka flight, here's where you can stop when taking off from New York Newark Airport:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 14 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from New York to Osaka? Check in to a hotel near New York Newark Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a few days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When flying out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you can book a ticket from New York to Osaka with a stop at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometers or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your New York to Osaka flight with time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of LGA is 69%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometers away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar to explore Osaka and beyond.
Boost your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart idea.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM)
The centre of Osaka is approximately 11 kilometers from Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM). Once your flight from New York to Osaka has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to ITM. Settle in and get cosy after your New York to Osaka flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from ITM as soon as you know your dates.
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is about 26 kilometers from central Osaka. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre in a car once you've hopped off your flight from New York to Osaka.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from New York to Osaka is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at UKB.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
November is the busiest month for flights from New York to Osaka. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Osaka in March.
Lock in a New York to Osaka ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Osaka to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Osaka, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Osaka travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometers east of Osaka, a trip to Tokyo will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometers northeast of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are key highlights.