Traveling from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. The city follows the UTC+9 timezone and is 17 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Las Vegas to KIX.
March is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Las Vegas to KIX with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAS and KIX include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
LAS is about 8 kilometers from central Las Vegas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport:
When it comes to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KIX:
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
From Kansai International Airport, central Osaka is around 48 kilometers away. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport is $377. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $933. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Las Vegas to KIX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
December is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport (KIX), while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Las Vegas to KIX plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Kansai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. About 177 kilometers northeast of Osaka, a visit to Nagoya will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
If you want to check out another major destination in Japan, head for Toyohashi, about 209 kilometers east of Osaka. Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari are among its highlights.