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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice, as connecting flights can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities, whether it's speed or cost, when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Taiyuan to Osaka flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or specific dates you choose to fly. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Taiyuan 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. Being aware of these additional expenses can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-11-19 – 2026-11-26
TYN - Osaka
48% AI deal score
CN¥2,202
CN¥2,836
Round trip
2026-11-13 – 2026-12-11
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CN¥1,961
CN¥2,843
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-08
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CN¥2,323
CN¥2,843
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49% AI deal score
CN¥2,283
CN¥2,843
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2026-11-01 – 2026-11-06
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49% AI deal score
CN¥2,290
CN¥2,843
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CN¥1,961
CN¥2,843
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CN¥2,296
CN¥2,843
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2026-11-23 – 2026-11-27
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CN¥2,282
CN¥2,843
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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-13
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49% AI deal score
CN¥2,297
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TYN - Osaka
49% AI deal score
CN¥2,256
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Taiyuan to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

For cheap flights from Taiyuan to Osaka, fares typically range from $418–$505, with a median of $459. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to book. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka? Historically, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $429. Following closely, June offers a median price of $444, while July presents a median of $497.

A typical journey from Taiyuan to Osaka takes approximately 21h 10m, including connections. This is because most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

The route from Taiyuan to Osaka covers a distance of 2060 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, especially given the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Taiyuan to Osaka

Regular price: CN¥1,867 - CN¥3,643

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

The regular price range for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka is between CNY 1867 and CNY 3643. The current lowest deal is CNY 2836 with Shandong Airlines for travel from Nov 19 to Nov 26.

now CN¥2,836

Low CN¥1,867

High CN¥3,643

The cheapest time to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Flights from Taiyuan to Osaka are cheapest in March, with a median price of $424. The most expensive month to fly is October, with a median price of $1021. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥424

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,021

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

Shandong Airlines

Beijing Capital Airlines

Hainan Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Taiyuan to Osaka

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,434

CN¥6,933

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,350

CN¥6,684

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,229

CN¥7,905

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,151

CN¥6,564

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,176

CN¥7,047

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

Shandong Airlines

CN¥2,402

CN¥2,876

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

CN¥2,537 → CN¥2,864

13%

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

CN¥2,553 → CN¥2,904

14%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

CN¥2,497 → CN¥2,858

14%

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

CN¥2,454 → CN¥2,858

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Taiyuan - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Taiyuan to Osaka are below the typical level of $459.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $429.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 21h 10m

The median flight time from Taiyuan to Osaka is 21 hours and 10 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shandong Airlines offers deals

Shandong Airlines has historically offered 45 direct deals on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Taiyuan to Osaka are rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Taiyuan main airports to depart from

Taiyuan Wusu International (TYN)

Cheapest

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,811

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,829

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe (UKB) is a useful alternative for domestic flights due to its extreme proximity to Osaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥3,499

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

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Best Elite deals to Osaka

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From TYN

Elite

Nov 07

Osaka, Japan

78% AI deal score

$1,189

$839

Save $350

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 04

Osaka, Japan

78% AI deal score

$1,190

$839

Save $351

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 29

Osaka, Japan

78% AI deal score

$1,230

$846

Save $384

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

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Oct 13

Osaka, Japan

77% AI deal score

$1,202

$823

Save $379

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Oct 17

Osaka, Japan

77% AI deal score

$1,198

$823

Save $375

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Oct 31

Osaka, Japan

77% AI deal score

$1,237

$839

Save $398

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 08

Osaka, Japan

77% AI deal score

$1,190

$883

Save $307

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 28

Osaka, Japan

77% AI deal score

$1,214

$889

Save $325

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 01

Osaka, Japan

73% AI deal score

$1,199

$886

Save $313

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Nov 10

Osaka, Japan

73% AI deal score

$1,192

$886

Save $306

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Dec 06

Osaka, Japan

73% AI deal score

$1,254

$898

Save $356

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

From TYN

Elite

Dec 15

Osaka, Japan

73% AI deal score

$1,257

$909

Save $348

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 across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may offer lower fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you find a suitable booking window. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can often reveal additional flight options and potentially lower fares. Sometimes, flying into or out of a smaller airport in the vicinity may be more economical. Be sure to factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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Taiyuan to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Taiyuan to Osaka

Regular price: CN¥1,867 - CN¥3,643

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

The regular price range for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka is between CNY 1867 and CNY 3643. The current lowest deal is CNY 2836 with Shandong Airlines for travel from Nov 19 to Nov 26.

now CN¥2,836

Low CN¥1,867

High CN¥3,643

The cheapest time to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

March

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥424

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥1,021

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

Shandong Airlines

Beijing Capital Airlines

Hainan Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Taiyuan to Osaka

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,434

CN¥6,933

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,350

CN¥6,684

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,229

CN¥7,905

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,151

CN¥6,564

One-way

Sat, Oct 24

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

China Eastern Airlines, Antinea Airlines

CN¥2,176

CN¥7,047

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TYN - Osaka

Taiyuan (TYN) - Osaka (KIX)

Shandong Airlines

CN¥2,402

CN¥2,876

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 13

CN¥2,537 → CN¥2,864

13%

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

CN¥2,553 → CN¥2,904

14%

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

CN¥2,497 → CN¥2,858

14%

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

CN¥2,454 → CN¥2,858

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Taiyuan - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Taiyuan to Osaka are below the typical level of $459.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $429.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 21h 10m

The median flight time from Taiyuan to Osaka is 21 hours and 10 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shandong Airlines offers deals

Shandong Airlines has historically offered 45 direct deals on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Taiyuan to Osaka are rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Taiyuan main airports to depart from

Taiyuan Wusu International (TYN)

Cheapest

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,811

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,829

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe (UKB) is a useful alternative for domestic flights due to its extreme proximity to Osaka.

Osaka, Japan

73% AI deal score

$1,257

$909

Save $348

Shenzhen Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Cheap Flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

Today’s best flight deals from Taiyuan to Osaka

Taiyuan to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Taiyuan to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Direct flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from Taiyuan to Osaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Taiyuan - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 21h 10m

Connecting flights only

Shandong Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare

Taiyuan 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

Nov 07

Nov 04

Nov 29

Oct 13

Oct 17

Oct 31

Nov 08

Nov 28

Nov 01

Nov 10

Dec 06

Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

How can I find cheap flights from Taiyuan to Osaka?

When should I book flights from Taiyuan to Osaka?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Taiyuan to Osaka flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Taiyuan

Flights to Osaka from other cities

Taiyuan to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Taiyuan to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Direct flights from Taiyuan to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from Taiyuan to Osaka

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

Popular Airports to fly from Taiyuan to Osaka

Taiyuan - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 21h 10m

Connecting flights only

Shandong Airlines offers deals

Deals are rare

Taiyuan 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

Nov 07

Nov 04

Nov 29

Oct 13

Oct 17

Oct 31

Nov 08

Nov 28

Nov 01

Nov 10

Dec 06

Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

How can I find cheap flights from Taiyuan to Osaka?

When should I book flights from Taiyuan to Osaka?

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