Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka 17 hours ahead of Portland.
Your PDX to KIX flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PDX and KIX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Rs117,474 is the best price for a one-way Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs244,396. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from PDX to KIX, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PDX land at their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PDX:
Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Pick up a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Book your ride from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport a few weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
November is the busiest month for flights from Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Osaka in March.
When reserving your flight from Portland Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PDX to KIX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 402 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Tokyo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.