Flying from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 12 hours 30 minutes.
Osaka is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Japan Airlines at 14:55. Choose the first LAX to KIX departure operated by Japan Airlines at 13:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to KIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
If you plan to leave from LAX, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport with Japan Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to KIX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is roughly 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Planning to leave from Van Nuys Airport (VNY)? You can reserve a direct flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX) departing from this busy hub.
Japan Airlines operates direct flights from Los Angeles to KIX out of VNY. Book your preferred window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport, check out these options when departing from Van Nuys Airport:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You can get to VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to KIX, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KIX:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport to central Osaka is around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
306 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport. Return flights start from 641 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to KIX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport 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 Los Angeles to KIX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
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Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-visits when exploring Osaka.
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