Can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Osaka?

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka are available, but they represent a small portion of the total flight options. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 2.2% of all observed routes. When a direct flight is not available or chosen, travelers typically encounter routes with 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka?

The direct flight from Los Angeles to Osaka typically takes about 12 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 9221 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 19 hours and 50 minutes. This indicates a substantial difference in duration when choosing a connecting flight compared to a direct option.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Los Angeles to Osaka?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Los Angeles to Osaka. Connecting flights had a median price of $946, while direct flights had a median price of $1128. This represents a premium of approximately 19% for direct flights. Direct flights also constitute a small share of the market, accounting for about 2.4% of available options across the trailing 90 days.

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Los Angeles to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka typically range from $858–$1496, with a median price of $1107. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Osaka.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka, April stands out with a median fare of $694. February is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $850. Travelers can also find competitive prices in August, where the median fare is $903.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Osaka takes approximately 31h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 9221 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Osaka

Regular price: $690 - $1,650

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka is between $690 and $1650. The current lowest deal is $786 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jan 19-Jan 26.

now $786

Low $690

High $1,650

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka is April, with a median price of $694. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1599. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $694

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Japan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Osaka

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

2GO

$1,246

$1,199

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$1,043

$878

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$1,126

$882

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$919

$883

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Japan Airlines

$970

$1,159

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

United Airlines

$1,232

$1,099

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

2 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 25

$1,169 → $873

25%

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$1,119 → $881

21%

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$1,039 → $816

21%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$1,043 → $876

16%

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Los Angeles - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Los Angeles to Osaka are above the typical level, with a median of $1107.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the lowest prices.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka, with a median price of $694.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 10m.

Flights from Los Angeles to Osaka typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 2.2% of recent fares are for direct flights. Connecting flights are more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Japan Airlines offers direct flights.

Japan Airlines has offered direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$783

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good choice for flights to Osaka, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~50 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$783

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe Airport is an extremely close domestic alternative, part of the Kansai airport cluster, with easy access.

📍 ~30 km from Osaka (reachable by Port Liner or Bay Shuttle ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$886

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Sep 15

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$5,578

$3,435

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From LAX

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Sep 14

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,583

$3,441

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Osaka, Japan

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$5,588

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Osaka, Japan

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$5,569

$3,562

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Business Class

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92% AI deal score

$5,672

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1020. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $1327, and for those made 60+ days in advance, averaging $1319. Even last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of travel show an increased average price of $1196, based on observations across the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Osaka is considered to be $858 or less. The median price for this route has been $1107. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this, with 75% of observed prices being $1496 or less. Aiming for a fare around $858 would place your ticket in the lowest 25% of prices.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka, with a median price of $694. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $850. The annual median price for this route is $1107. While August appears on the list of cheapest months with a median of $903, it is also noted as the most expensive month with the same median price, indicating variability.

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Los Angeles to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Osaka

Regular price: $690 - $1,650

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka is between $690 and $1650. The current lowest deal is $786 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jan 19-Jan 26.

now $786

Low $690

High $1,650

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

April

Cheapest

Flights from $694

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,599

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Japan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Osaka

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

2GO

$1,246

$1,199

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$1,043

$878

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$1,126

$882

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Air Canada

$919

$883

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

Japan Airlines

$970

$1,159

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Osaka

Los Angeles (LAX) - Osaka (KIX)

United Airlines

$1,232

$1,099

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

2 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 25

$1,169 → $873

25%

5 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 24

$1,119 → $881

21%

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$1,039 → $816

21%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$1,043 → $876

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

Los Angeles - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Los Angeles to Osaka are above the typical level, with a median of $1107.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the lowest prices.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka, with a median price of $694.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 10m.

Flights from Los Angeles to Osaka typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 2.2% of recent fares are for direct flights. Connecting flights are more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Japan Airlines offers direct flights.

Japan Airlines has offered direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$783

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good choice for flights to Osaka, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~50 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$783

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe Airport is an extremely close domestic alternative, part of the Kansai airport cluster, with easy access.

Osaka, Japan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Osaka

Los Angeles to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

Los Angeles - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in April for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 31h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Japan Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

Best Elite deals to Osaka

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

When should I buy Los Angeles to Osaka tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Osaka?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka?

Can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Osaka?

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Los Angeles to Osaka?

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Los Angeles to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka

Los Angeles - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in April for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 31h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Japan Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

Best Elite deals to Osaka

Sep 15

Sep 28

Aug 22

Sep 14

Sep 15

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

When should I buy Los Angeles to Osaka tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Osaka?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Osaka?