Traveling from Beijing to Osaka: what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Osaka leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are Osaka's major gateways.
The average time for a direct Beijing to Osaka flight is 3 hours.
Osaka is one hour ahead of Beijing and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Beijing to Osaka is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). There are 29 services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PEK to KIX is the 07:25 Hainan Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 16:25 with Air China.
To ensure you don't miss your Beijing to Osaka flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Osaka
To snag cheap Beijing to Osaka flights, reserve your journey three months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Beijing to Osaka is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Osaka leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Begin your trip at PEK and touch down at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Beijing to Osaka plane tickets out of PEK. Let one of these carriers take you there:
We make it a cinch to find a Beijing to Osaka flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
PEK is around 16 miles from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can take a nonstop flight from Beijing to Osaka leaving from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Start your trip at PKX and come in for landing at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Book your direct Beijing to Osaka plane ticket with one of these top airlines that operate this route from PKX:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Beijing to Osaka flight, check out these options when taking off from Daxing International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
You can reach PKX from the center of Beijing in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Osaka:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 89% of them arriving right on cue.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 25 miles away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Osaka. Book one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're traveling during a peak period, it's wise to book your Beijing to Osaka flight even earlier.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
The center of Osaka is around 8 miles from Itami Airport (ITM). Once your flight from Beijing to Osaka has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
After your flight from Beijing to Osaka, unwind at a hotel near UKB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Itami Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and be on your way in a flash.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from ITM as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
You can find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is roughly 16 miles from central Osaka. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city center by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Beijing to Osaka.
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip with a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten will get you on the road.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Beijing to Osaka is always a good idea. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at UKB.
Kobe Airport's address is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Osaka. June is the busiest month to travel to Osaka. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 70ºF and 93ºF. Book your Beijing to Osaka ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 32ºF and 50ºF. Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Osaka around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Osaka right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Osaka:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are major attractions which should be on any good Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 240 miles east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 85 miles north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are highlights.
