Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Osaka: what you need to know
Osaka is nine hours ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Osaka follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your MAN to Osaka flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from MAN to Osaka. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MAN is about 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAN:
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Osaka
Rs101,299 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Osaka flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs183,786. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from MAN to Osaka, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka. First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are handy options near KIX.
Travel at your own pace with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and see more of Osaka and beyond.
Increase your likelihood of scoring the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from MAN to Osaka is a wise move.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is around 16 kilometres from central Osaka. Once you've disembarked your flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to ITM. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MAN to Osaka flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and make a speedy getaway.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's available, by securing your ride from ITM in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
You'll find Itami Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Hop off your flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Osaka is around 40 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and usually takes 45 minutes to drive there.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near UKB after your MAN to Osaka flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Kobe Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable suppliers here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka is a smart way to go. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at UKB.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
Plan your trip to Osaka during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Manchester Airport to Osaka in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your Manchester Airport to Osaka flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to Osaka in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Osaka to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Osaka. Around 386 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.