Travelling from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport flight.
Osaka Itami International Airport is located in Osaka. The city's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Tokyo.
The most popular route is from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), with 210 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from HND to ITM is the 6:20am ANA option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 7:15pm with ANA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Tokyo to ITM.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
You can find a direct flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
When jetting out of HND, you can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport with JAL.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between HND and ITM is J-Air.
Among carriers operating on this route, J-Air has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Tokyo to HND takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) plane ticket out of Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Check if flying out of NRT makes more sense for your journey.
JAL operates direct flights from Tokyo to ITM out of NRT. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
On the NRT to ITM route, J-Air is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Among the carriers operating flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Osaka Itami International Airport, J-Air has the best track record for timeliness.
NRT is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Tokyo to ITM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
73% of flights leaving Tokyo Narita International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ITM:
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Getting from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) to central Osaka
Central Osaka is around 18 kilometres from Osaka Itami International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Rs18,986 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport. Return flights start from Rs36,154. These prices may change depending on demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Tokyo to ITM by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Osaka. January is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Tokyo to ITM plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Osaka to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Osaka right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Osaka Itami International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Osaka when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Dotonbori followed by Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Osaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel about 137 kilometres east to Nagoya to check off its top attractions. From Nagoya Castle to Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, consider Toyohashi, roughly 177 kilometres east of Osaka. Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari are among the biggest draws.
