Flying from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Taipei has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX) leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
The average duration of a direct flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport is 2 hours 38 minutes.
Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Taipei. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
With 163 direct flights a week between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route. Jetstar Japan operates the earliest flight at 02:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from TPE to KIX is with Peach at 18:45.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to KIX, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Nonstop flights from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX) are available from here.
Numerous airlines at TPE operate direct flights from Taipei to Kansai International Airport. The most popular include:
From the centre of Taipei, TPE is approximately 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX)? Check out the fares flying out of Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Taipei to KIX. Compare your options below to find out which carrier best fits your holiday plans departing from TSA:
Break up your flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Taipei Songshan Airport and KIX include:
Naha Airport (OKA)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 19 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Taipei to KIX? Unwind in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you have a late flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
Kansai International Airport to the centre of Osaka is around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kansai International Airport is ₹ 6,522. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 13,797. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 7 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Taipei to KIX within that timeframe.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Taipei to Kansai International Airport if you plan your break for April. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Kansai International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Osaka in April when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Taipei to KIX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Kansai International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
After locking in your flight from Taipei to Kansai International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Osaka itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Japan.
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