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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Munich to Osaka flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Munich to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,119
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time11 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Munich to Osaka: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Osaka: Itami Domestic (Osaka), Kobe and Kansai International (Osaka).
The best price we found for a return flight from Munich to Osaka is $1,119. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Munich to Osaka.
Lufthansa and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Munich to Osaka.
As of March 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Munich to Osaka.
The cheapest month to fly from Munich to Osaka is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Munich Airport, the cheapest airport near Osaka is Kansai International (Osaka) – which is 38.0 km away from the centre of Osaka. We've found flights into this airport from $1,119.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Munich Airport to Osaka on Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Osaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 7°C. August is typically the warmest month in Osaka, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Air China and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Osaka.

Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Osaka: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka.

  • Osaka is 8 hours ahead of Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located. Osaka operates on the UTC+9 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). Choose from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MUC to KIX is the 11:55 Lufthansa option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 12:10 with Lufthansa.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from MUC to Osaka.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Nonstop flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Osaka are available for booking. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is where you'll disembark.

  • Check out the promotions from Lufthansa. This airline operates direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MUC to Osaka. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Germany. But before booking your cheap tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • MUC is about 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your break? Stay near MUC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Osaka

  • $636 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka. Return flights start from $1,119. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MUC to Osaka.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from MUC to Osaka couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka.

Airports in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Itami Airport (ITM)

  • Itami Airport (ITM) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. Following your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near ITM. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from MUC to Osaka at one of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Osaka

  • June is the busiest month to board a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Osaka, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Before booking a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from MUC to Osaka in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Osaka

  • Start your Osaka trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • 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 popular attractions which should feature on any good Osaka itinerary.

Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental

  • Select one of our car rentals in Osaka and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Osaka.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.