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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Osaka

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

Alternative London Gatwick to Osaka routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Gatwick to Osaka? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found483 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick to Osaka is 483 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Osaka. But we found flights with one or more stops from 483 €.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Osaka.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Osaka is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from London Gatwick 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 483 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Osaka. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Osaka.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Osaka: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9. The city is 9 hours ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from LGW to Osaka. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LGW to Osaka. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Osaka

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka is 301 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 483 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to Osaka. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from LGW to Osaka every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Airports in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Itami Airport (ITM)

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

  • After your flight from LGW to Osaka, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to ITM. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Osaka

  • June is the busiest month to catch a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Osaka, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from LGW to Osaka 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

  • After locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Osaka, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure 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 a car rental

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