Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Osaka: what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9. The city is 8 hours ahead of Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from VIE to Osaka. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You won't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from Austria and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Vienna International Airport to Osaka, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Vienna to VIE takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Osaka
$527 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Osaka. Return flights start from $1,187. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from VIE to Osaka, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports 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 have a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. After your flight from Vienna International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to ITM. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from VIE 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 Vienna International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Osaka, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Osaka, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from VIE to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
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