Traveling from Naha Airport (OKA) to Osaka: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Naha Airport to Osaka is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Okinawa (the location of Naha Airport) and Osaka follow the same timezone — UTC+9.
With 76 flights a week between the two airports, Naha Airport (OKA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the busiest route. Japan Transocean Air operates the earliest flight at 07:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from OKA to KIX is with Peach Aviation at 20:30.
Give yourself enough time to get on your OKA to Osaka flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling over a peak time like March? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at OKA and head straight to Osaka without any stops. When booking a direct Naha Airport to Osaka ticket, these are your arrival options:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Kobe Airport (UKB)
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Naha Airport to Osaka. Some of the most popular are:
Traveling from central Okinawa to OKA takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to OKA? If you're boarding an early flight from Naha Airport to Osaka, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
74% of flights that take off from Naha Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
OKA is located at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
How to find the cheapest flights from Naha Airport (OKA) to Osaka
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Naha Airport to Osaka flight is AED 147. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 306. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from OKA to Osaka, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes around 50 minutes by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Naha Airport to Osaka. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Reserve your vehicle from Kansai International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from OKA to Osaka. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from Naha Airport to Osaka has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in around 30 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 18 kilometers from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM).
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can check in after your OKA to Osaka flight:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from ITM in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Osaka Itami International Airport can be found at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe Airport (UKB) is around 32 kilometers from central Osaka. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city center by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Naha Airport to Osaka.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 50 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near UKB after your OKA to Osaka flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from UKB ahead of your flight from Naha Airport to Osaka. A little planning can save you money.
Kobe Airport can be found at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
December is the quietest month for flights from Naha Airport to Osaka, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Osaka based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Naha Airport to Osaka plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OKA to Osaka in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Naha Airport to Osaka, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Osaka must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at 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 the sights of Osaka. Around 402 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include Tokyo Skytree, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometers northeast of Osaka. No trip is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
