Flying from Hamburg to Osaka: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Hamburg. Explore your options leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when booking your flight from Hamburg to Osaka.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Osaka, Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the chief entry points.
Osaka is eight hours ahead of Hamburg and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Hamburg to Osaka flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Osaka
To pick up cheap Hamburg to Osaka flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
We make it simple to book a Hamburg to Osaka flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Hamburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
HAM is around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Osaka. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Grab a Kansai International Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, you may want to book your Hamburg to Osaka flight even earlier.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
After your flight from Hamburg to Osaka has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 13 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
There are some great places to lay your head close to UKB. Tuck yourself in after your Hamburg to Osaka flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Itami Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from ITM ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
The address for Itami Airport is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Hamburg to Osaka has touched down. Central Osaka is around 26 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and takes roughly 45 minutes to get to by car.
Take the guesswork out of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Kobe Airport rental car. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are reliable rental providers.
If you'd like a certain model or make, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from UKB a few weeks ahead of your flight from Hamburg to Osaka.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the most popular month for flights from Hamburg to Osaka. To escape the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your Hamburg to Osaka ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Osaka around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Osaka, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Osaka to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Japan.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Osaka, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel around 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to check off its must-visit sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
