Flying from Vancouver to Osaka: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Osaka, there's a good range of airports to depart from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main options.
Hop off the plane at Kansai International Airport (KIX), the major arrival point in Osaka.
A direct flight from Vancouver to Osaka takes an average of 10 hours 55 minutes. The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, meaning it's 16 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 4 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Vancouver to Osaka is with Air Canada at 15:05. Opt for the first YVR to KIX departure with Air Canada at 13:25 if you're more of an early bird.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Vancouver to Osaka.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can enter Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before organising your cheap flight from Vancouver to Osaka, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Set out from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Osaka. From YVR, you can fly directly to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Air Canada is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver to Osaka jetting out of YVR.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to Osaka, take things easy in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near KIX if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Osaka. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Central Osaka is around 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM). Once your flight from Vancouver to Osaka has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 18 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Vancouver to Osaka:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Osaka
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Osaka is RM1,551. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,164. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Vancouver to Osaka.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Osaka. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Osaka
April is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Osaka, while June is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Osaka based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver to Osaka, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Osaka around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Osaka, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.
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