Travelling from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Osaka: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 22 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka.
Osaka and Sendai (where Sendai Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
To ensure you get on your flight from SDJ to Osaka, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can fly directly to Osaka departing from SDJ. Land at any of these hubs on your flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Itami Airport (ITM)
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Sendai Airport to Osaka include:
Once you've booked your cheap tickets from Sendai Airport to Osaka, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within Japan. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
To reach SDJ from central Sendai, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SDJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Osaka
43 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sendai Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 88 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SDJ to Osaka if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Sendai Airport to Osaka is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is about 16 kilometres from central Osaka. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sendai 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 SDJ to Osaka, settle in at a hotel close to ITM. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka. June is the most popular month for a trip to Osaka. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SDJ to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sendai Airport to Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are major attractions which should be on every Osaka itinerary.
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