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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be cheaper, though they will extend your journey. The 'best' option depends on your priorities for cost versus convenience.

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. Tools that show a calendar view of prices can be very helpful for this.

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. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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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: £679 - £1,172

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Osaka is between 679 GBP and 1172 GBP. The current lowest deal is 543 GBP with Shenzhen Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 16.

now £543

Low £679

High £1,172

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

Shenzhen Airlines

Air China

China Southern Airlines

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£834

£684

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Osaka

London (LTN) - Osaka (KIX)

Ryanair

£756

£616

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£805

£627

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£857

£684

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£870

£583

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£805

£583

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

£972 → £495

49%

9 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 10

£941 → £489

48%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

£1,004 → £565

44%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

£1,004 → £565

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 $543.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and May offer the lowest 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

Direct flights are not available; 100% of recent fares include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers 95 connecting deals

Air China, China Southern Airlines, and KLM offer connecting flights on 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

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major international hub, providing a wide range of flight options to Osaka.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£530

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is conveniently located for those seeking a quick departure to Osaka from central London.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£610

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport offers an alternative departure point for your journey to Osaka.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£707

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted provides another option for flights to Osaka, often serving various airlines.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£571

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is a viable choice for travelers looking for flights to Osaka from outside central London.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£570

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

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,979

$3,107

Save $2,872

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 24

Osaka, Japan

93% AI deal score

$5,862

$3,110

Save $2,752

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 19

Osaka, Japan

91% AI deal score

$4,009

$2,975

Save $1,034

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Oct 28

Osaka, Japan

91% AI deal score

$5,800

$3,685

Save $2,115

Brussels Airlines, +1

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 04

Osaka, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,732

$2,014

Save $718

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 06

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,619

$2,050

Save $569

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Nov 02

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,666

$2,051

Save $615

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Jan 11

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,644

$2,156

Save $488

Aer Lingus, +1

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Jan 16

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,662

$2,156

Save $506

Aer Lingus, +1

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Jan 14

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,641

$2,185

Save $456

Aer Lingus, +1

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Jan 10

Osaka, Japan

90% AI deal score

$2,678

$2,230

Save $448

Iberia Airlines, +1

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 across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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: £679 - £1,172

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Osaka is between 679 GBP and 1172 GBP. The current lowest deal is 543 GBP with Shenzhen Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 16.

now £543

Low £679

High £1,172

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

Shenzhen Airlines

Air China

China Southern Airlines

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from London to Osaka

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£834

£684

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Osaka

London (LTN) - Osaka (KIX)

Ryanair

£756

£616

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£805

£627

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£857

£684

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£870

£583

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Osaka

London (LHR) - Osaka (KIX)

Shenzhen Airlines

£805

£583

One-way

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

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

£972 → £495

49%

9 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 10

£941 → £489

48%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

£1,004 → £565

44%

3 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 11

£1,004 → £565

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 $543.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and May offer the lowest 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

Direct flights are not available; 100% of recent fares include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers 95 connecting deals

Air China, China Southern Airlines, and KLM offer connecting flights on 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

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major international hub, providing a wide range of flight options to Osaka.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£530

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is conveniently located for those seeking a quick departure to Osaka from central London.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£610

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport offers an alternative departure point for your journey to Osaka.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£707

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted provides another option for flights to Osaka, often serving various airlines.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£571

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is a viable choice for travelers looking for flights to Osaka from outside central London.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£570

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

90% AI deal score

$2,678

$2,230

Save $448

Iberia Airlines, +1

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 connecting deals

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 31

Oct 24

Oct 24

Nov 19

Oct 28

Nov 04

Nov 06

Nov 02

Jan 11

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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 connecting deals

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 31

Oct 24

Oct 24

Nov 19

Oct 28

Nov 04

Nov 06

Nov 02

Jan 11

Jan 16

Jan 14

Jan 10

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?