Traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Osaka: what you need to know
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Operating on the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 13 hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you catch your flight from JFK to Osaka, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from JFK to Osaka, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You won't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from United States and are traveling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Traveling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 48 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near JFK? If you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Osaka
$476 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,040. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JFK to Osaka if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
Consider booking a hotel close to KIX if you're catching a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is roughly 16 kilometers from central Osaka. Once you've hopped off your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ITM. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from JFK to Osaka:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Osaka, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka, think about the type 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. Look for cheap flights from JFK to Osaka sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Osaka right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are a couple of big attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Universal Studios Japan.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
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