Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Osaka: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.
Honolulu International Airport is located in Honolulu. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu.
The busiest flight route is from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). You can choose from 18 services between these airports each week.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your HNL to Osaka flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Honolulu International Airport to Osaka ticket. Begin your trip at HNL and end it at Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka include:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from HNL to Osaka with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Honolulu, HNL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HNL:
Honolulu International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart HNL reach their destination without delay.
HNL's address is 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Osaka
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Osaka flight is ₹ 22,187. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 51,891. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from HNL to Osaka by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Honolulu International Airport to Osaka tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Reserve your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from HNL to Osaka. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 18 kilometres from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to ITM. Settle in and get cosy after your HNL to Osaka flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from ITM in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
The address for Osaka Itami International Airport is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to UKB. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your HNL to Osaka flight:
If you'd like a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from UKB at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
April is the busiest month for flights from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka. To avoid the crowds, visit Osaka in December.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Honolulu International Airport to Osaka plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from HNL to Osaka around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Osaka, browse our range of hotels including:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are a couple of major attractions to add to your Osaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Tokyo Skytree, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
Around 137 kilometres northeast of Osaka, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.