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Osaka.£387 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 7 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.
Osaka.£387 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.
Osaka.£388 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.
Osaka.£390 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £390, select.
Osaka.£396 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, 27 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £396, select.
Osaka.£433 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £433, select.
Osaka.£433 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £433, select.
Osaka.£438 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £438, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Osaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Osaka flights are currently cheapest in June.
Feb
from £780
Mar
from £450
Apr
from £499
May
from £396
Jun
from £387
Jul
from £571
Aug
from £659
Sep
from £451
Oct
from £479
Nov
from £531
Dec
from £535
Jan
from £532

Alternative London to Osaka routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London to Osaka? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Itami Domestic (Osaka)

7 miles from central Osaka
Closest
from £589
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Kobe

16 miles from central Osaka
from £598
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Kansai International (Osaka)

24 miles from central Osaka
Cheapest
from £387
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London to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£387
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from London to Osaka: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Osaka: Itami Domestic (Osaka), Kobe and Kansai International (Osaka).
The best price we found for a return flight from London to Osaka is £387. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Osaka. But we found flights with one or more stops from £387.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from London to Osaka.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Osaka is usually June.
If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Osaka is Kansai International (Osaka) – which is 23.6 miles away from the centre of Osaka. We've found flights into this airport from £387.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Osaka on Monday, 1 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Osaka. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Osaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. August is typically the warmest month in Osaka, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Osaka is China Eastern .

Flying from London to Osaka: what you need to know

  • London has plenty of airports to start your trip from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Osaka. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Step off your plane in Osaka at Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).

  • Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka nine hours ahead of London.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your London to Osaka flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Osaka

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap London to Osaka flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from London to Osaka is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a fantastic deal.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from London to Osaka.

  • Find an affordable London to Osaka flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing London to Osaka flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Located around 26 kms (16 miles) from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Osaka, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Osaka flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and Osaka:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from London to Osaka? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Booking a ticket from London to Osaka with one or more stops can give you more choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When leaving from Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to Osaka:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Osaka flight:

  • The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.

Arriving in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • The distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Book a hotel near KIX if you're coming in on a late flight from London to Osaka. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar to explore Osaka and beyond.

  • Increase the odds of securing the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.

  • KIX is situated at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Itami Airport (ITM)

  • Once your flight from London to Osaka has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from Itami Airport (ITM).

  • After your flight from London to Osaka, rest your head at a hotel near UKB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab an Itami Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.

  • Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from ITM a few weeks in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.

  • Itami Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

  • Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 26 kms (16 miles) from the centre of Osaka. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from London to Osaka.

  • Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are reliable rental providers.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from London to Osaka is a smart way to go. In addition to better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at UKB.

  • Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

Best time to go to Osaka

  • April is the quietest month for flights from London to Osaka, while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your London to Osaka tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from London to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Osaka

Explore more of Japan

  • Osaka is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. Around 240 miles east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.

  • Around 85 miles north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.

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