Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport is 12 hours 30 minutes. Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from 7 weekly flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. The 13:10 departure with JAL is the earliest flight you can take between LAX and KIX. JAL operates the latest service of the day at 17:50 if early mornings aren't your thing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
JAL is your gateway to discovering Osaka (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Japan!). Browse the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport offered by this popular airline.
To break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the LAX - KIX route are:
Haneda Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Japan. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before organising your cheap ticket from LAX to KIX, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport is $527. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,056. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from LAX to KIX, reserve your trip 2 months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from LAX to KIX every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport can be reached in approximately 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport to the centre of Osaka takes about 44 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Osaka. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you want to explore Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LAX to KIX sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flights from LAX to KIX, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Osaka. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are top sights which should be on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
Complete your Osaka trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Kansai International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Osaka.