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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $170. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Osaka.$168 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.

Osaka.$170 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Osaka.$170 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Osaka.$170 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Osaka.$183 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Osaka.$184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $184, select.

Osaka.$196 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.

Osaka.$196 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.

Osaka.$196 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.

Osaka.$197 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Thu, 24 Dec.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.

Osaka.$201 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Osaka.$201 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Osaka.$204 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.

Osaka.$207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Japan Airlines departs from Kumamoto on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Japan Airlines departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

Osaka.$211 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

Osaka.$211 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Kumamoto on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Itami Domestic (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Itami Domestic (Osaka) on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kumamoto to Osaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kumamoto to Osaka flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Kumamoto to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$168
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 12 mins
Most popular airline	ANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week	179

Finding cheap flights from Kumamoto to Osaka: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Osaka?

There are 3 airports in Osaka: Itami Domestic (Osaka), Kobe and Kansai International (Osaka).

How much are return flights from Kumamoto to Osaka?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kumamoto to Osaka is $168. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kumamoto to Osaka?

1 hour and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Kumamoto to Osaka.

Which airlines fly direct from Kumamoto to Osaka?

ANA (All Nippon Airways), ANA Wings and Japan Airlines fly direct from Kumamoto to Osaka.

How many flights are there a week from Kumamoto to Osaka?

As of May 2026, there are 180 flights per week flying from Kumamoto to Osaka.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Osaka?

The cheapest month to fly from Kumamoto to Osaka is usually July.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Osaka?

If you're flying from Kumamoto Airport, the cheapest airport near Osaka is Itami Domestic (Osaka) – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Osaka. We've found flights into this airport from $168.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka on Monday, 27 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 12 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Osaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Osaka?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Osaka?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Osaka, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka with?

Currently, ANA (All Nippon Airways) offers the cheapest flight tickets to Osaka.

Flying from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka: what you need to know

Osaka and Kumamoto (where Kumamoto Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The busiest route is from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Itami Airport (ITM). Choose from 76 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KMJ to ITM is the 07:35 JAL service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 19:15 with JAL.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your KMJ to Osaka flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Direct Kumamoto Airport to Osaka tickets are available for booking. Itami Airport (ITM) is where you'll disembark.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka include:
To reach KMJ from central Kumamoto, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near KMJ? If you've booked an early flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Kumamoto Airport, 74.68% touch down on time at their destination.
KMJ's address is 1801 Oyatsu, Mashiki.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka

$88 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kumamoto Airport to Osaka flight. A return plane ticket right now is $168. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from KMJ to Osaka. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KMJ to Osaka by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

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 around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Stay a quick hop from where you land if you're jetting in on a late flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka. First Cabin Kansai Airport is one option close to KIX. Or check in and relax at Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport before heading to your final destination.
Explore without limits with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and find adventure across Osaka and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from KMJ to Osaka. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Itami Airport (ITM)

After your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your KMJ to Osaka flight:
Europcar, Times and Rakuten make collecting an Itami Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from ITM ahead of time. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Itami Airport is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka has landed. Central Osaka is around 40 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to UKB. Get comfortable at one of these options after your KMJ to Osaka flight:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted names here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so book your vehicle from UKB ahead of your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Kobe Airport can be found at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

Best time to go to Osaka

Visit Osaka during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Kumamoto Airport to Osaka plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from KMJ to Osaka around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Osaka

Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are attractions you won't want to skip in Osaka.

Explore more of Japan

Osaka is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a visit to Yokohama will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.