Travelling from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles is 12 hours 20 minutes.
Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route, with six weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from KIX to LAX at 17:40 with JAL.
Leave plenty of time to catch your KIX to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles tickets are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll arrive.
JAL is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from KIX to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
KIX is about 40 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are near KIX. They're an especially great choice if you're jetting out early.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, 67.95% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Los Angeles
$568 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,138. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from KIX to Los Angeles, reserve your journey five months ahead of your planned departure.
September is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your flight from KIX to Los Angeles can help you get the lowest rate.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your KIX to Los Angeles flight:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Van Nuys Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before booking your flights from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Los Angeles offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KIX to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kansai International Airport to Los Angeles, check out our range of accommodation options including:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are just two of the major attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.





