Travelling from Las Vegas to Osaka: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Las Vegas. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Las Vegas to Osaka departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Osaka's major arrival point, Kansai International Airport (KIX).
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Las Vegas to Osaka.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as October and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You don't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Las Vegas to Osaka, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Las Vegas to Osaka. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas, LAS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Las Vegas to Osaka? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport:
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Las Vegas to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. Following your flight from Las Vegas to Osaka, expect a drive time of approximately 18 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Las Vegas to Osaka:
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Osaka
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Osaka is $514. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $960. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from Las Vegas to Osaka, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month for flights from Las Vegas to Osaka. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Las Vegas to Osaka in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Las Vegas to Osaka in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Osaka, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-do's during your Osaka adventure.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Las Vegas to Osaka. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, an SUV or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.