Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka is 16 hours ahead of Portland and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your PDX to KIX flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PDX and KIX:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is $557. A return fare right now is $1,010. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PDX to KIX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83.65% of flights departing from Portland International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PDX.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider booking a hotel near KIX if you're taking a late Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and experience more of Osaka and beyond.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to KIX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Osaka, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel around 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.