Travelling from Taipei to Osaka: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Taipei to Osaka. Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the main airports in Taipei.
When working out where to land in Osaka, Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the primary gateways.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Taipei to Osaka flight.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taipei.
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) is the most traveled route. When looking for your flight from Taipei to Osaka, you can select from 126 services each week between TPE and KIX.
Leave enough time to get on your Taipei to Osaka flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Osaka
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Flying from Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
You can find a direct flight from Taipei to Osaka departing from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). Set out from TPE and then make your arrival at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
These are some of the most popular airlines offering direct Taipei to Osaka plane tickets from TPE:
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Taipei to Osaka, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from central Taipei in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to Osaka? Kick back in a hotel near Taipei Sung Shan Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Taipei Sung Shan Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 92% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
The distance from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Taipei to Osaka. Book one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kansai International (Osaka) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar to explore Osaka and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM)
The centre of Osaka is approximately 11 kilometres from Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM). After your flight from Taipei to Osaka has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to ITM. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Taipei to Osaka:
Europcar, Times and Rakuten make collecting a Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from ITM as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
The address for Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is about 26 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Taipei to Osaka.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 50 minutes.
Begin your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from UKB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Taipei to Osaka.
Kobe Airport can be found at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
March is the quietest month for flights from Taipei to Osaka, while November is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Taipei to Osaka ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Osaka to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Taipei to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Osaka. Around 402 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 137 kilometres northeast of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are the start of reasons to visit.