Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport is 12 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is seven hours ahead of Helsinki.
You can choose from 12 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport flights. The 17:00 departure with Finnair is the earliest you can take. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 17:45.
Your HEL to KIX flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Osaka (and then exploring more of Japan!) is a snap with Finnair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Finnair on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for HEL to KIX flights is Finnair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and KIX:
Incheon International Airport
Narita International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is $890. A return ticket is currently $1,338. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HEL to KIX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and experience more of Osaka and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at getting a great deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Osaka in April.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Osaka during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to KIX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Osaka. Around 386 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.