Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Osaka: what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of London, where London City Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your LCY to Osaka flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you want to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from LCY to Osaka with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a popular connection hub.
The journey from central London to LCY takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LCY:
Of all flights leaving London City Airport, 74.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Osaka
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Osaka flight is $1,093. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,894. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LCY to Osaka. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Coming in late on a flight from London City Airport to Osaka? Grab your luggage and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to KIX are First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar to explore Osaka and beyond.
Increase the odds of getting a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from LCY to Osaka is a wise move.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from London City Airport to Osaka has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near ITM. Kick back and get cosy after your LCY to Osaka flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab an Itami Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Itami Airport can be found at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Step off your flight from London City Airport to Osaka and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Osaka is around 40 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and usually takes 45 minutes to reach by car.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near UKB after your LCY to Osaka flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Stay in control of the next part of your journey by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten make getting on the road effortless.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from UKB in advance of your flight from London City Airport to Osaka. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
The street address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
Before securing your flights from London City Airport to Osaka, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Osaka offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your London City Airport to Osaka flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCY to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Osaka, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Osaka travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
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, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.