Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Osaka?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 28m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Osaka?

Shanghai (PVG) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Osaka?

Flights via Shenzhen (SZX) offer the lowest average return price of £513.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Osaka?

Flights connecting via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 04m.

Which airlines fly to Osaka?

China Eastern, Air China and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Osaka from London according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Osaka. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Osaka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Osaka?

The only airport that has flights from London to Osaka is London Heathrow Airport. With London Heathrow Airport being the biggest airport, it has the most to offer in terms of amenities and services, such as free wifi and charging stations. The airport has assistance points at all entrances to help elderly or disabled people make it through the airport. It also has waiting areas for guests, restaurants and cafes where you can get a bite to eat before your flight. London Heathrow airport has higher accessibility than other airports because it has been highly integrated into the transportation systems of the city. When you book your flights from London to Osaka, you will leave Heathrow Airport and arrive in Kansai Airport, which may not be as big as London Heathrow but it will have similar amenities and services. The airport has shops where you can buy Japanese souvenirs and it also has food courts and drink stands. Moreover, there will be taxi and bus offices at the main exits to the airport.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Osaka?

When looking for London to Osaka flights that are direct, it is always important to know that this will not guarantee that your return flight will also be direct. This is the case for most flights from London to Osaka which use Japan Airlines as their main provider. When you fly to Osaka, all flights will be direct but on your return flight, you will most likely always have one stopover before leaving Japan but if you are only booking a one-way flight from London to Osaka then this will not concern you. When you book flights from Osaka to London, for your return trip you can use either Japan Airlines or British Airways. Both Japan Airlines and British Airways will have a layover at Haneda Airport in Japan, due to the airport being an international airport as well as having bigger and better facilities for passengers who intend to fly internationally.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Osaka?

After you have found cheap flights from London to Osaka using momondo and you are looking at how to arrive at Heathrow Airport, there are a few options available. You can take a taxi or Uber to the airport which takes about 40 minutes to reach the airport. If you'd prefer to take the train, you will have to make use of the Piccadilly line from London. The Heathrow Express leaves from the city to the airport every 30 minutes in peak times and every hour during off peak times, this will have you arrive directly at the airport train station which is only an elevator ride from the departure and arrival sections of the airport. When leaving Kansai Airport in Osaka you will have two options, you can either take the train from the airport to the city, or you can hail a taxi to drive you to the centre of the city. When travelling on the train, you will need to locate the Haruka Express which departs from Kansai Airport every 30 minutes and stops at Tennoji or Shin Osaka station. Which cities can you get to from Kansai Airport? The main cities around Osaka are Nara, Cobe, Hiroshima, Okiyama and Mt Koya. With some of these major cities so close to Osaka, you are easily able to use the train, bus or car to explore more of Japan as a whole. If you would like to visit any of these cities or areas then you can easily travel around Japan by making use of their transportation systems present in the city. You have the option to take the train or the bus from Osaka city centre to anywhere in the country. You will also be able to rent a car or book a taxi to your desired city if you choose.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Osaka?

Prices for flights from London to Osaka are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Osaka?

As of September 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Osaka.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Osaka?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Osaka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Osaka?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Osaka may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Osaka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£269 Cheap Flights from London to Osaka in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Osaka?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £542 to £715. The lowest price recently found on this route was £497.

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11:35 - 21:00LGW-KIX

25h 25m1 stop

13:10 - 06:30KIX-LGW

26h 20m1 stop

£497China Eastern

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Wed, 22 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

18:00 - 12:50LGW-KIX

34h 50m2 stops

19:00 - 06:30KIX-LGW

19h 30m1 stop

£498China Eastern

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Thu, 2 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct

22:40 - 12:40LHR-KIX

30h 00m1 stop

13:50 - 17:50KIX-LHR

37h 00m1 stop

£501Air China

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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct

21:30 - 13:55LHR-KIX

31h 25m1 stop

15:25 - 17:55KIX-LHR

35h 30m1 stop

£503China Southern

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Sun, 2 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

11:40 - 12:10LGW-KIX

15h 30m1 stop

16:30 - 06:55KIX-LGW

23h 25m1 stop

£508Air China

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Thu, 30 Oct - Mon, 17 Nov

22:00 - 13:05LHR-KIX

30h 05m1 stop

16:00 - 18:35KIX-LHR

35h 35m1 stop

£508China Southern

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Sat, 7 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

20:05 - 11:20LCY-KIX

30h 15m1 stop

13:00 - 08:10KIX-LCY

28h 10m1 stop

£745KLM

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Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

20:05 - 11:20LCY-KIX

30h 15m1 stop

13:00 - 08:50KIX-LCY

28h 50m1 stop

£771KLM

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Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

14:05 - 17:05STN-KIX

18h 00m1 stop

23:10 - 12:05KIX-STN

21h 55m1 stop

£845Emirates

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Sun, 8 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

14:05 - 17:05STN-KIX

18h 00m1 stop

23:10 - 18:00KIX-STN

27h 50m1 stop

£875Emirates

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China Southern flights from London to Osaka

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China Southern

2 Nov

LHR21:30London Heathrow

31h 25m

1 stop

KIX13:55Osaka Kansai Intl

18 Nov

KIX15:25Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 30m

1 stop

LHR17:55London Heathrow

£503

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China Southern

7 Mar

LHR22:00London Heathrow

30h 05m

1 stop

KIX13:05Osaka Kansai Intl

17 Mar

KIX16:00Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 35m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£508

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China Southern

11 Mar

LHR21:30London Heathrow

31h 25m

1 stop

KIX13:55Osaka Kansai Intl

18 Mar

KIX16:00Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 35m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

£508

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Air China

14 Oct

LHR22:40London Heathrow

30h 00m

1 stop

KIX12:40Osaka Kansai Intl

26 Oct

KIX13:50Osaka Kansai Intl

37h 00m

1 stop

LHR17:50London Heathrow

£501

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Air China

30 Oct

LGW11:40London Gatwick

15h 30m

1 stop

KIX12:10Osaka Kansai Intl

17 Nov

KIX16:30Osaka Kansai Intl

23h 25m

1 stop

LGW06:55London Gatwick

£508

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Air China

6 Jan

LHR17:40London Heathrow

34h 00m

1 stop

KIX12:40Osaka Kansai Intl

29 Jan

KIX09:00Osaka Kansai Intl

15h 55m

1 stop

LHR15:55London Heathrow

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LGWKIX

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Wed 22/10

11:35-21:00

1 stop25h 25m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 4/11

13:10-06:30

1 stop26h 20m

£497

LondonOsaka

LGW - KIX

LGWKIX

London Gatwick

Thu 2/10

18:00-12:50

2 stops34h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 13/10

19:00-06:30

1 stop19h 30m

£498

LondonOsaka

LHR - KIX

LHRKIX

London Heathrow

Tue 14/10

22:40-12:40

1 stop30h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 26/10

13:50-17:50

1 stop37h 00m

£501

LondonOsaka

LHR - KIX

LHRKIX

London Heathrow

Sun 2/11

21:30-13:55

1 stop31h 25m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 18/11

15:25-17:55

1 stop35h 30m

£503

LondonOsaka

LGW - KIX

LGWKIX

London Gatwick

Thu 30/10

11:40-12:10

1 stop15h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 17/11

16:30-06:55

1 stop23h 25m

£508

LondonOsaka

LHR - KIX

LHRKIX

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

22:00-13:05

1 stop30h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 17/3

16:00-18:35

1 stop35h 35m

£508

LondonOsaka

LCY - KIX

LCYKIX

London City

Tue 24/2

20:05-11:20

1 stop30h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/3

13:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

£745

LondonOsaka

LCY - KIX

LCYKIX

London City

Tue 24/2

20:05-11:20

1 stop30h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/3

13:00-08:50

1 stop28h 50m

£771

LondonOsaka

STN - KIX

STNKIX

London Stansted

Sun 8/2

14:05-17:05

1 stop18h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 26/2

23:10-12:05

1 stop21h 55m

£845

LondonOsaka

STN - KIX

STNKIX

London Stansted

Mon 9/2

14:05-17:05

1 stop18h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 27/2

23:10-18:00

1 stop27h 50m

£875

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Osaka?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Osaka?

If you don’t want to visit Osaka in November, then you should wait until February to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £518.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Osaka?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Osaka. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £633. The most expensive day to fly to Osaka is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around £715.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Osaka?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Osaka is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from London to Osaka in the morning for as low as £589. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Osaka, so prices are often more expensive at around £935 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Osaka?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Osaka from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Osaka for around £783 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Osaka from London for as low as £640 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London to Osaka flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Osaka flight.

How have London to Osaka flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for London to Osaka flights are approximately 36% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is London to Osaka by plane?
There are 5900.2 mi between London and Osaka. Flights usually cover this in 13h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Osaka?
Prices for flights from London to Osaka are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Osaka?
As of September 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Osaka.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Osaka?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Osaka.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Osaka?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Osaka may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Osaka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London to Osaka?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London to Osaka is China Eastern, representing 42% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air China at 28%, Cathay Pacific at 7%, and China Southern at 7%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom £388	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 166 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 110 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom £432	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 101 reviews	Search Air China flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom £432	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 20 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £663	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 993 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £711	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,323 reviews	Search Finnair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £716	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,385 reviews	Search KLM flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom £721	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,559 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom £722	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 480 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom £723	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 963 reviews	Search ANA flights

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