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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$560 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 13, returning Wed, Jan 21.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, Jan 13, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jan 21, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $560, select.
Los Angeles.$629 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 10, returning Tue, Mar 17.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Mar 17, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.
Los Angeles.$642 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 29, returning Sun, Feb 1.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.
Los Angeles.$642 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 5, returning Sun, Feb 8.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, Feb 5, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Feb 8, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.
Los Angeles.$697 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 31, returning Tue, Apr 7.Round-trip flight with Jetstar Japan and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Apr 7, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.
Los Angeles.$702 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 24, returning Wed, Jan 14.Round-trip flight with Jetstar Japan and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, Dec 24, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jan 14, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $702, select.
Los Angeles.$707 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 23, returning Wed, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, Apr 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $707, select.
Los Angeles.$718 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 25, returning Mon, Mar 9.Round-trip flight with Jetstar Japan and Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departing from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, Feb 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Mar 9, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $718, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Osaka to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from $819
Jan
from $560
Feb
from $643
Mar
from $629
Apr
from $708
May
from $793
Jun
from $774
Jul
from $798
Aug
from $801
Sep
from $774
Oct
from $800
Nov
from $802

Direct flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International

Osaka to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Osaka to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Osaka to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$560
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time10 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week111

Finding cheap flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International is $560. 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.
10 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Osaka to Los Angeles International.
Alaska Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Japan Airlines fly direct from Osaka to Los Angeles International.
There are 37 flights per week flying from Osaka to Los Angeles International, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Los Angeles International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 15 minutes.
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 Los Angeles International 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Osaka. Check out your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when booking your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Take off on a direct Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 10 hours 15 minutes.

  • Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Osaka. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • You can pick from 6 direct flights each week between Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This is the most popular route, with JAL offering a 5:40pm departure from KIX to LAX.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Osaka to LAX, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.

Airports in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • Get there in one go from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Nonstop flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are available from here.

  • When jetting out of KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport with JAL.

  • JAL ranks first in bookings for flights from KIX to LAX.

  • JAL takes the lead in punctuality. A dependable 93.18% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to LAX. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • The distance from central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are close to Kansai International Airport. They're an especially good option if you're taking off early.

  • Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on time at their destination.

  • KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Itami Airport (ITM)

  • Think about building a stopover into your journey at Haneda Airport (HND). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of Itami Airport.

  • Driving from central Osaka to ITM generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city center to the airport is around 16 kilometers.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to LAX flight:

  • Itami Airport has an on-time performance of 77.41%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.

  • The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

  • If you're heading to UKB from the center of Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes to get there by car. The drive is roughly 40 kilometers.

  • Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Kobe Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:

  • With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving without delays, UKB is a dependable starting point for any trip.

  • Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 19 kilometers from central Los Angeles. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport is $262. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $560. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book four months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Osaka to LAX.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing cheap Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Osaka to LAX by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport.

The best time to fly from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Plan your visit to Los Angeles in May for a more low-key escape.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Osaka to LAX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • After booking your flight from Osaka to Los Angeles International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • There are plenty of awesome things to do in Los Angeles when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Hollywood Sign followed by Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometers south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometers north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are the start of reasons to visit.

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