Travelling from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
Osaka is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) heading out from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
The average duration of a direct Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 9 hours 40 minutes.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is two hours ahead of Osaka.
You can pick from 3 direct services every week between Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). This is the most popular route, with Jetstar offering a 9pm departure from KIX to SYD.
To ensure you catch your flight from Osaka to SYD, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with Jetstar. This top carrier operates departures from KIX.
Jetstar is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from KIX to SYD.
Among carriers on this route, Jetstar has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Osaka to SYD departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Cairns Airport (CNS)
To get to KIX from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to drive the 48 kilometres or so.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another handy option near Kansai International Airport.
67.95% of flights that leave from Kansai International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Break up your flight from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). A main stopover between Itami Airport and SYD, it's a good opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
ITM is about 16 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Osaka to SYD flight? Check in to a hotel near Itami Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Itami Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.41%.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're making your way to UKB from the centre of Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to arrive by car. The journey is roughly 40 kilometres.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Kobe Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has an on-time performance rating of 85.15%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
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Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is Rs56,811. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs119,237. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Osaka to SYD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Plan your visit to Sydney in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book an Osaka to SYD flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Sydney when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Sydney Harbour followed by Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.
Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without seeing Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.