Are direct flights from London to Osaka always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be considerably cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Osaka flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Flying during off-peak seasons or weekdays may result in lower fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Osaka flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can impact the total cost of your trip.

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London to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Osaka

Flights from London to Osaka cover a substantial distance of 9,532 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. Right now, fares to Osaka typically range from $1173–$1915, with a median price of $1524. Current fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for finding cheap flights from London to Osaka.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from London to Osaka, you will find that January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $542. Following closely are February, with a median of $798, and May, where the median fare is $918.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares from London to Osaka have been non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from London to Osaka, including connections, takes approximately 22h 40m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of at least one stopover for most travelers.

How much is a round trip from London to Osaka

Regular price: £725 - £1,252

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from London to Osaka.

The regular price range for flights from London to Osaka is 725 GBP to 1252 GBP. The current lowest deal is 520 GBP with Air China, for travel from Dec 7-Dec 17.

now £520

Low £725

High £1,252

The cheapest time to fly from London to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from London to Osaka is January, with a median price of $568. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1838. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from £568

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,838

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Osaka

Air China

China Southern Airlines

KLM

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£812

£539

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£933

£552

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£934

£552

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£979

£600

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Osaka

London (LGW) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£851

£534

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£937

£542

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Osaka

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

£968 → £539

44%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

£969 → £539

44%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

£967 → £539

44%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

£967 → £539

44%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Osaka

London - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Osaka are below the typical level at $520.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and May offer lower median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 22h 40m

Flights from London to Osaka typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 22h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Historically, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights, indicating connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers 95 deals for this route

Air China has historically offered 95 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from London to Osaka are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers the cheapest flights to Osaka, making it a budget-friendly option for your trip.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£501

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Osaka, with prices from £533.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£533

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Cheapest

Kobe Airport is a useful domestic alternative due to its extreme proximity to Osaka city center.

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

💸 Flights from ~£586

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From LHR

Elite

Oct 01

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,812

$3,049

Save $2,763

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 10

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,883

$3,105

Save $2,778

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 01

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,879

$3,105

Save $2,774

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 28

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$6,018

$3,105

Save $2,913

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 23

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,769

$3,105

Save $2,664

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 02

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,696

$3,105

Save $2,591

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 20

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,844

$3,105

Save $2,739

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 08

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,757

$3,105

Save $2,652

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 13

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,853

$3,113

Save $2,740

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 20

Osaka, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,658

$3,113

Save $2,545

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 27

Osaka, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,842

$3,248

Save $2,594

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 23

Osaka, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,831

$3,254

Save $2,577

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Often, setting price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. There isn't a single best time, as prices can fluctuate based on demand and other factors. Monitoring price trends for your specific route may offer insight.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the additional time and cost of transportation to and from these alternative airports.

London to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Osaka

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares from London to Osaka have been non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from London to Osaka

Regular price: £725 - £1,252

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from London to Osaka.

The regular price range for flights from London to Osaka is 725 GBP to 1252 GBP. The current lowest deal is 520 GBP with Air China, for travel from Dec 7-Dec 17.

now £520

Low £725

High £1,252

The cheapest time to fly from London to Osaka

January

Cheapest

Flights from £568

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,838

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Osaka

Air China

China Southern Airlines

KLM

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£812

£539

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£933

£552

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£934

£552

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£979

£600

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Osaka

London (LGW) - Osaka (KIX)

Air China

£851

£534

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£937

£542

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Osaka

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

£968 → £539

44%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

£969 → £539

44%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

£967 → £539

44%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

£967 → £539

44%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Osaka

London - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Osaka are below the typical level at $520.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and May offer lower median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 22h 40m

Flights from London to Osaka typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 22h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Historically, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights, indicating connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers 95 deals for this route

Air China has historically offered 95 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from London to Osaka are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers the cheapest flights to Osaka, making it a budget-friendly option for your trip.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£501

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Osaka, with prices from £533.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£533

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Cheapest

Kobe Airport is a useful domestic alternative due to its extreme proximity to Osaka city center.

Osaka, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,831

$3,254

Save $2,577

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Cheap Flights from London to Osaka

Today’s best flight deals from London to Osaka

London to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Osaka

How much is a round trip from London to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from London to Osaka

Direct flights from London to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from London to Osaka

London - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Connecting flights average 22h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air China offers 95 deals for this route

Deals are frequent for this route

London 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

Oct 01

Oct 10

Oct 01

Oct 28

Oct 23

Oct 02

Oct 20

Oct 08

Oct 13

Oct 20

Oct 27

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

How can I find cheap flights from London to Osaka?

When should I book flights from London to Osaka?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Osaka?

Are direct flights from London to Osaka always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Osaka flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Osaka flights?

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Osaka from other cities

London to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Osaka

How much is a round trip from London to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from London to Osaka

Direct flights from London to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from London to Osaka

London - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Connecting flights average 22h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Air China offers 95 deals for this route

Deals are frequent for this route

London 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

Oct 01

Oct 10

Oct 01

Oct 28

Oct 23

Oct 02

Oct 20

Oct 08

Oct 13

Oct 20

Oct 27

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

How can I find cheap flights from London to Osaka?

When should I book flights from London to Osaka?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Osaka?