Travelling from Osaka to Melbourne: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Osaka to Melbourne. Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the main airports in Osaka.
Come in for landing at Melbourne's chief entry point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne two hours ahead of Osaka.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Osaka to Melbourne flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Melbourne
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
We make it a cinch to find a Osaka to Melbourne flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Xiamen Airport (XMN)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Osaka, KIX can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Osaka to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
UKB is about 26 kms (16 miles) from central Osaka. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, stay in one of these hotels near Kobe Airport:
Most flights that leave Kobe Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81%.
The address for UKB is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Osaka to Melbourne. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is around 48 kms (30 miles) from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Osaka to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.
Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Osaka to Melbourne has arrived. Central Melbourne is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 55 minutes using public transport.
Start your travels without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Osaka to Melbourne is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
December is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Melbourne in March.
When booking your Osaka to Melbourne tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 28ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flights from Osaka to Melbourne around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Osaka to Melbourne, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Melbourne's Gardens, Melbourne Park and Arts Centre Melbourne are must-do's during your Melbourne adventure.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 467 kms (290 miles) northeast to Canberra to tick off its leading attractions. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kms (40 miles) southwest of Melbourne. No journey is complete without seeing Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.