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$649
Typical prices: $835-$1,390
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Fri 19/10Sat 27/10
CNS - KIX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$365
Typical prices: $419-$784
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Fri 5/10
MEL - KIX • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Kansai Intl

 
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Recent return flight deals to Kansai Intl

Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Jetstar Logo
12:30 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
7h 30mdirect
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21:45 - 06:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-CNS Cairns
7h 15mdirect
$649Jetstar
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Jetstar Logo
12:35 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
7h 25mdirect
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21:25 - 05:40KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-CNS Cairns
7h 15mdirect
$679Jetstar
Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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12:30 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
7h 30mdirect
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07:25 - 04:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 10m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$744Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
7h 25mdirect
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07:25 - 04:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 10m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$769Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
China Southern Logo
23:25 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
16h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 20:20KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
26h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$876China Southern
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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09:00 - 20:55MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
13h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Juneyao Airlines Logo
22:10 - 07:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$897Juneyao Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Scoot Logo
05:35 - 14:35PER  Perth-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
32h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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11:30 - 08:25KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-PER Perth
21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$926Scoot
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 21:30KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$951China Southern
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Scoot Logo
18:25 - 14:35PER  Perth-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
19h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
11:30 - 08:25KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-PER Perth
21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$955Scoot
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Juneyao Airlines Logo
09:00 - 20:55MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
13h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Juneyao Airlines Logo
22:10 - 07:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,033Juneyao Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Australia to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Australia to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Cairns to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport is the cheapest route at $649 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Melbourne Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport is the most popular connection with return deals from $876.

How much is a flight to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

A return flight to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport costs $1,075 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Cairns average $818, while Perth runs a bit higher at $1,024.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport at $1,010 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,158.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport with an average price of $823 return.
•December ($1,598) and January ($1,250) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Night flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are the cheapest at $1,023 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $1,246.

What is a good deal for flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Flights under $835 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Cairns $664
•Perth $780.

When are flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$365
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (49% more expensive on average)
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

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Your questions about flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport is around $835 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport varies depending on your departure city:

    • from Cairns: 7h 25m
    • from Sydney: 9h 50m
    • from Brisbane: 9h 00m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are from:
    • Melbourne, from $876 return

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 22% above the average return fare of $1,075.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Jetstar operates the most flights from Australia to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport at 11 per week, and for this route Jetstar is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Australia to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

  • How many flights serve Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Osaka Kansai Intl Airport receives 2 flights per day and 11 per week from across the world. Cairns has the most flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport with 4 weekly flights.

  • Which airports serve Osaka and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Osaka can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Osaka Itami (ITM) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX). Nearby alternatives within 80.5 km of Osaka include Osaka Itami (ITM) and Kobe (UKB). These airports are not in Osaka itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • Are there any services for those travelling with children at the Osaka Airport?

    If you’re travelling with a baby, you can find Baby Rooms in the public area of the International wing of the Kansai Airport, near the bathrooms. Just turn right as you exit customs. These rooms are equipped with nappy changing areas, nursing areas, and feeding stations. They are available for anyone to use; however, the nursing areas are for women only. You can also borrow strollers from the Information Counters.

  • How do I get to Osaka from the airport?

    The best way to get around Osaka is to take the train. The Kansai-Airport Station is located just outside the terminals and can be reached by walking or taking one of the complimentary shuttles. From there, the Nankai-Limited Express or Nankai Line can take you to Namba Station in downtown Osaka where you can connect to the local city service.

  • Where can I purchase currency at the Osaka Airport?

    You can find currency exchanges throughout the Kansai Airport where you can pick up some Japanese yen. On Floor 1 of Terminal 1, there are several Travelex counters in the Arrival Lobby as well as an automatic currency exchange machine that can be used at any time. In Terminal 2, the SMBC Trust Bank offer currency exchange services, or there is a Travelex outside the airport train station.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at the Osaka Airport?

    Those who have a late flight to Osaka and wish to stay at the airport have two options available. Both are located at the Aero Plaza near the train station. The first is the First Cabin Kansai Airport which is a capsule hotel with small single or double rooms equipped with a TV, charging docks, and a safety storage box. The second is a more traditional style, 4-star hotel—the Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport.

  • Do I need a visa to travel to Osaka?

    Australian citizens travelling to Japan do not need to apply for a visa before entering Osaka, provided your stay is only for up to 90 days. You may require proof of an outward-bound ticket or evidence that you have enough money to purchase one. Your trip can be for tourism or business-related purposes, but you cannot work in Japan without a visa.

Your guide to booking Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $835 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport in May. Return fares historically average $823 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $223 per return. Evening flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport average $1,023 compared to $1,246 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Jetstar includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Qantas Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport, a few great places to start are Dotonbori Glico Man Sign, Universal Studios Japan, and Grand Cube Osaka. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Osaka has two airports. The Osaka International Airport, or the Itami Airport (ITM), is located just north of Osaka. Despite its name, it now exclusively handles domestic services. The main airport, Kansai International Airport (KIX) is on a man-made island in Osaka Bay, just outside of Izumisano.
  • The Kansai Airport is the major airport for the region, also serving nearby cities such as Kobe and Kyoto. You can reach downtown Kyoto from the Kansai Airport by train which will take you about 1.5h.
  • You can find direct flights to Osaka from some of Australia’s major ports. Qantas offers direct flights from Sydney and budget-friendly airline Jetstar offers direct flights from Cairns.
  • If you need to charge your phone after your flight to Osaka, you can do so at the charging desks. One can be found just before the security check in Terminal 2 of the Kansai Airport, to the right of where you exit from customs.
  • To help you move between terminals at the Kansai Airport, driverless shuttles operate every 2min, transporting users between terminals, and between the international and domestic wings of Terminal 1.
  • If you would like some additional assistance with your bags, you can hire porters at the Kansai Airport in Terminal 1. They ask that you reserve their service before your flight to Osaka.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Kansai Intl

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Kansai Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1608 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
8.6Crew
8.3Boarding
8.1Entertainment
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, June 2026
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

Service was top notch and the attention to passengers is great. Takeoff and landing was on schedule. Food selection is good

The usual excellent experience with Singapore Airlines. The airplane was on time and actually early to Haneda Airport. The onboarding experience was pleasant with no delays, perhaps owing to the fact that the flight was not full. Nevertheless, the air crew were their usual outstanding standards in serving the passengers.

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Overall, very good. The food was better than expected with the exception of the pork and potatoes dinner at the end of the flight. My family all selected that dish and did not set it. I tried a bite also and it was honestly terrible. Also, it would be helpful to know when the snacks in the back of the plane are available.

The crew and their service was top notch, but the plane itself seemed to be on the older side and worn out. Also, the food could’ve been better. 9 out of 10.

It was a middle of the night changeover, so we were all ready for sleep. Staff were helpful and managed a few hours sleep. Food options were good.

Excellent- a lot of food Disappointed with the premium economy pouch- did not have toothbrush and tooth paste or socks. Other airlines provide them

I love the comfortable business class seats. The service was excellent. Staff was friendly.

Great service from crews and delicious dishes, snacks and drinks. Egg tarts and local dimsum are delicious.

Great entertainment system, the seat is a bit old style needs refurbishment

Boarding at the airport was not well managed. Otherwise, had a good flight sitting in the first row (which I paid for). Crew was pretty friendly, and flight was smooth.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

Flight delayed in NYC and missed Hong Kong connecting flight to Guangzhou. While being given a hotel room and a 30 dollar voucher to eat in the airport, the delay caused a few big inconveniences , a 12 hour delay should have been better compensated for.

The flight was cancelled. I wasn't informed where to check in, how and when. It wasn't easy to get in contact with Cathay service representative, and they were not very helpful... The staff on the airport - Air Canada (I assume) were the most helpful, kind efficient, patient... Thank you for all your help and care, for your patience, for your professionalism!!!

The crew were fine. I didn’t enjoy the food at all. I found it unappetising and really had trouble eating it. The comfort level was fine and our return flight is with Cathay Pacific but honestly I probably wouldn’t fly Cathay Pacific again.

We requested special assistance and Cathay Pacific provided it in Sydney, but we were completely forgotten about in Hong Kong - when we really needed the help to catch our connecting flight. Really disappointing service.

The staff were excellent considering it was a jam packed flight. We had to wait nearly an hour for our baggage to appear on the carousel. That was a real shame.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

Crew: Everybody was polite. People just need to get efficient and less reworking things. Entertainment: Could have move movies and games. The “music” section is a joke, only ONE available. Food: The food provided on the flights boarding in china needs a serious reworking. Too much oil, bad for your stomach, tastes too artificial and the eggs were a giant mass of green dough.

Food was terrible. Fish was equal to a sausage and scrumbled eggs were terribly green with a quite weird fllavour. Everybody with me hated all options. The best food was the bread with butter.

We bought the business class tickets. The check-in staff and onboard crew were excellent, providing commendable service throughout. However, it was disappointing to find that China Southern Airlines does not have a lounge at SFO. Instead, passengers were provided with a $35 per person food voucher, which fell short of expectations. Furthermore, the quality of the onboard food left much to be desired, marking a significant decline compared to our previous flight experience in 2019, prior to the pandemic.

1. I got very poor check in experience with the counter lady . This is the first airline I ever experienced that no combine check in weight allow . Even we have 4 of us but weight counter by piece . So we wasted lot of time argue and repack . This is super crazy 2. Next I left my Samsung tablet on the plane . And I started to escalate and finally spoke to southern airline lost and found in Malaysia and the amazing answer she give is : system nothing found and please try to call southern airline in china 🧐 . I have been flying many other airlines but this is my first encounterment with such irresponsible airline response and no empathy given to customer . My feeling is nobody bother whether how customer like me feel and I’m just too small for the management to take note .

No good but was short flight. Both of our China Southern flights were on time. No surprises.

Basic long haul decent price but U pay for what you get. Over 5hrs of transit and terminal was pretty bare with nothing much to do except the lounge

Business Class window seat on my Shanghai to Venice route was broken and could not be converted into a bed which has to switch to a narrow aisle seat instead

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

Flight was fine, however we were not able to check in online, this adds to travel stress. Luckily check-in at Heathrow was quick, but we did not get the seats we paid extra for. We paid for a window and 2 aisle seats from Shanghai to Tokyo leg, but they changed us to middle seats. Not good :(

Everything was spot on until boarding time . Plane was late departing by 40 min… but then they couldn’t find a tug to push us out from the terminal… we sat around for another 20 min making us just over an hour late. Apart from being late everything else was fine !!!

A good standard flight, a little delayed, on the return flight, comfortable during cruise hour. The food was tasty, the tea pleasant, standing in the rain, on Launceston tarmac, was stupidity. Just delay the exit from the airplane, don’t have us standing around, while another plane slows its propellers. That’s common sense, but overall comfortable, clean toilet, good legroom, I paid for that, last on, first off, get a front row seat.

Smooth flight with great staff shame about the hard seats

Cabin crew were really good. Flying in to Perth from Adelaide on domestic flight. The arrival for wheel chair use however has no air bridge provided. Unloading meant a scissor lift. Otherwise a good service.

Knees in back from passenger behind, limited seat pockets, no entertainment.

The Ryanair of Australia. Not impressed. Forced me to gate check my bag as it was over their weight limit. Charged me $125 for the privilege. Then said plane hold was locked and it would have to go out in the next flight, which was the following day. Explained that I was on a cruise the next day and the plane would not arrive until after the ship left, and that it would be impossible to catch up with the cruise at any point. Lady at the gate unimpressed. So to sum up they were ready to charge me $125 to lose a bag. Finally got it resolved by appealing to management, but the whole episode was not good for the blood pressure. The gate lady said they followed the Ryanair business model which means first time passengers get penalized for doing things that other airlines routinely allow.

Delayed 50 mins. Check in was excellent, boarding was good, everything else was OK and perfectly acceptable for a budget airline. Price was excellent. I noticed this airline had two other flights to our destination cancelled so not very reliable.

Horrible. The people that get this flights are very sick, dangerous and unhygienic

Jane at Sydney International airport check in was amazing. She set up the whole experience to be a positive one.

stuck in the aircraft for over three hours due to engineering work, significantly delayed and made a lot of passengers missed the connecting transport, no mention any compensation

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