Flying from Osaka to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport (SAN) jetting off from here.
San Diego is 16 hours behind Osaka. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Your flight from Osaka to SAN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Osaka to SAN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SAN:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport to the centre of San Diego takes about 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
For a one-way ticket from Osaka to San Diego International Airport, $631 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $1,318. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Osaka to SAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Osaka to San Diego International Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Osaka to San Diego International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Osaka to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to San Diego International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to San Diego in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Osaka to SAN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about San Diego
After booking your flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are top sights which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.
Complete your San Diego trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Osaka to San Diego International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in San Diego. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.