Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is nine hours ahead of Manchester.
Your MAN to KIX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAN and KIX include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
ج.م. 19,696 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 36,444. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to KIX, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from MAN to KIX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider booking a hotel close to KIX if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Kansai International Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE and TravelCar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Book your ride from Kansai International Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International Airport to the centre of Osaka has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Osaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAN to KIX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Osaka. Around 386 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
