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Cheapest return flight
$884
Typical prices: $914-$1,417
VietJet Air
Tue 24/4Wed 9/5
MEL - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$368
Typical prices: $462-$808
AirAsia X
Sat 27/1
MEL - KIX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Osaka. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MEL - KIX
Cheapest • 22% average savings
MEL - ITM
Most popular
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 24% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $731 (return)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 14h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Osaka

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Osaka

Sat, 24 Apr - Sun, 9 May
VietJet Air Logo
00:30 - 08:30MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
33h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
VietJet Air Logo
09:30 - 22:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
36h 05m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$884VietJet Air
3+ days ago
Sun, 24 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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
$892China Southern
1 day ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
China Southern Logo
08:40 - 14:10MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 06:50KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
36h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$892China Southern
1 day ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:50MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:45 - 18:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 15m1 stop Cairns
$900Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 18 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Jetstar Logo
18:40 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
25h 20m1 stop Cairns
Jetstar Logo
21:45 - 18:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 15m1 stop Cairns
$952Jetstar
1 day ago
Wed, 24 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 21:00MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
24h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:20 - 14:05KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
21h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$987China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 18 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Jetstar Logo
18:40 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
25h 20m1 stop Cairns
Jetstar Logo
21:45 - 23:25KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 40m2 stops Cairns Coolangatta Gold Coast
$1,024Jetstar
1 day ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 18:00MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
32h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 10:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
18h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,058China Eastern
3+ days ago
Thu, 4 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Scoot Logo
13:25 - 10:15MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
22h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
11:30 - 21:20KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,069Scoot
13 hours ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Scoot Logo
13:25 - 10:15MEL  Melbourne-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
22h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
11:30 - 21:20KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,082Scoot
3 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne to Osaka flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne to Osaka?

Return flights from Melbourne to Osaka typically range from $914 to $1,417. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $884 on VietJet Air.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Osaka flight route?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) is the cheapest Melbourne to Osaka route, averaging $1,136 return. Other Melbourne to Osaka routes average $1,608, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Osaka?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Osaka. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Osaka?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Osaka at $878 return.
•December ($1,648) and July ($1,283) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne to Osaka the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne to Osaka are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne to Osaka flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$368
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Osaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Osaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne to Osaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne to Osaka:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne to Osaka?

    A direct flight from Melbourne to Osaka takes 00m, covering 13,057 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne to Osaka flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne to Osaka range from $914 to $1,417, with an average of $1,152 over the past 12 months. Anything below $914 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne to Osaka flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $1,152 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne to Osaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $884 to $8,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne to Osaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne to Osaka are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $432, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Osaka?

    Since Osaka is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) – daily rates averaging $51:

    • Yesaway
    • IX Rental
    • HM Rent a Car
    • CG Car Rental
    • KuMa Rental Car

    Near Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) – daily rates averaging $90:

    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • ORIX Rent a Car
    • Nissan Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Flights from Melbourne to Osaka may depart from several airports in Melbourne area, including Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), Melbourne Essendon (MEB) and Melbourne (MEL), with arrivals available at airports in Osaka such as Osaka Itami (ITM) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne to Osaka pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne to Osaka most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Melbourne to Osaka. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,126 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,225, a difference of $98.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne to Osaka?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 25m, compared to 14h 59m via Cairns (CNS) and 15h 02m via Brisbane (BNE).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne and Osaka?

    Osaka is 2 hours behind Melbourne (Japan Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Osaka?

    Some of the most popular sights in Osaka are Dotonbori Glico Man Sign, Universal Studios Japan, and Grand Cube Osaka. These are among the most viewed places in Osaka on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne to Osaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,126, about $98 less than Wednesday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne to Osaka trip for May. Fares historically average $878 return in that month – typically $770 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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