Flying from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Osaka. Check out your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when booking your flight from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Osaka to Incheon International Airport flight.
Seoul (where Incheon International Airport is located) and Osaka share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 214 direct flights a week between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Peach Aviation operates the earliest flight at 7:40am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from KIX to ICN is with Peach Aviation at 7:55pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Osaka to ICN.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN) can be booked from this terminal.
These are some of the most well-known airlines operating direct flights from Osaka to Incheon International Airport leaving from KIX:
Most travellers choose to fly with Jin Air from KIX to ICN.
Air Busan is the most punctual carrier on this route.
KIX is about 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Osaka to Incheon International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to Kansai International Airport, such as First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also have you moments from check-in.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, 67.95% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Osaka to Incheon International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Itami Airport and ICN:
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Matsuyama Airport (MYJ)
ITM is around 16 kilometres from central Osaka. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Osaka to ICN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Itami Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Itami Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.41%.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Begin your journey at Kobe Airport (UKB) and head straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from Osaka to Incheon International Airport from here.
Fly out of UKB with Korean Air. This well-known airline offers direct Osaka to ICN flight tickets.
The top choice among passengers flying between UKB and ICN is Korean Air.
Making your way to UKB from the centre of Osaka? The airport is located around 40 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 45 minutes by car.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Osaka to Incheon International Airport flight:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, UKB is a reliable starting point for any trip.
The address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Have a late flight from Osaka to Incheon International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ICN and hit the pillow fast:
Explore without limits with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Osaka to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Central Seoul is around 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Incheon International Airport is ج.م. 2,405. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 3,898. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Osaka to ICN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Incheon International Airport (ICN), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book an Osaka to ICN flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seoul right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Osaka to Incheon International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-do's during your Seoul adventure.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Modern Art Statue, Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District.
Daejeon is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without experiencing Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
