Flying from Dallas to Osaka: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Osaka departing from here.
Hop off the plane at Osaka's major arrival point, Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka 14 hours ahead of Dallas.
Leave plenty of time to make your Dallas to Osaka flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Osaka
To find cheap Dallas to Osaka flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
We make it a cinch to book a Dallas to Osaka flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Dallas to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and experience more of Osaka and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 13 kilometres from central Osaka. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dallas to Osaka, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Itami Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.
You'll find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is about 26 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Dallas to Osaka.
Be in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are reliable rental providers.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your ride from UKB well ahead of your flight from Dallas to Osaka. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
April is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to Osaka, while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Osaka based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your Dallas to Osaka ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Osaka around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to Osaka, check out our range of hotels including:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Osaka. Around 386 kilometres to the east, top sights here include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among the biggest draws.
