What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport is to drive which costs ¥750 - ¥1200 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport is to train which takes 43 min and costs ¥900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Osaka and Kansai Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hotel New Hankyu and arriving at Kansai Airport Terminal 1. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Kansai Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Namba and arriving at Kansai Airport. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

The distance between Osaka and Kansai Airport is 43 km. The road distance is 45.7 km.

How do I travel from Osaka to Kansai Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs ¥900 - ¥2900.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

The train from Namba to Kansai Airport takes 43 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kansai Airport bus from?

Osaka to Kansai Airport bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Hotel New Hankyu station.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Kansai Airport train from?

Osaka to Kansai Airport train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, depart from Namba station.

Train or bus from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

The best way to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport is to train which takes 43 min and costs ¥900 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1100 - ¥1800 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Osaka to Kansai Airport bus arrive?

Osaka to Kansai Airport bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Kansai Airport Terminal 1 station.

What is the time difference between Osaka and Kansai Airport?

Kansai Airport is 1h behind Osaka. It is currently 12:07 PM in Osaka and 11:07 AM in Kansai Airport.

Where does the Osaka to Kansai Airport train arrive?

Osaka to Kansai Airport train services, operated by Nankai Electric Railway, arrive at Kansai Airport station.

Can I drive from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kansai Airport is 46 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Osaka to Kansai Airport.

Where can I stay near Kansai Airport?

There are 279+ hotels available in Kansai Airport.

Can I share a ride from Osaka to Kansai Airport?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Osaka and Kansai Airport. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Osaka to Kansai Airport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and Airport Transfer

There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Namba to Kansai AirportAirport Express / ...
43 min
¥900–2,900
Drive 45.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Kansai Airport45.7 km
43 min
¥778–1,124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hotel New Hankyu to Kansai Airport Terminal 1
50 min
¥1,100–1,800
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Osaka to Osaka Kansai-KIX45.7 km
43 min
¥7,500–9,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kansai Airport45.7 km
43 min
¥17,000–21,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Osaka to Kansai Airport.

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Distance: 42.8 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Kansai Airport, Japan?

Nankai Electric Railway operates a train from Namba to Kansai Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥900–1,100 and the journey takes 43 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus operates a bus from Hotel New Hankyu to Kansai Airport Terminal 1 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,400–1,800 and the journey takes 50 min. Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise also services this route hourly.

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