Travelling from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Osaka's main airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM). Explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ) taking off from either of these.
Hop on a direct Osaka to Sendai International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Sendai (where Sendai International Airport is located) and Osaka share the UTC+9 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The busiest route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Sendai International Airport (SDJ), with 20 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from KIX to SDJ is the 7:10am Peach Aviation service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 6pm with Peach Aviation.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Osaka to SDJ. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ) can be booked from this terminal.
Peach Aviation is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Osaka to Sendai International Airport departing from KIX.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Peach between KIX and SDJ.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka, KIX can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Kansai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Sendai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
73% of flights that take off from Kansai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Catching a flight out of Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)? Direct Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Board your direct flight from Osaka to SDJ with JAL. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of ITM.
J-Air has the largest share of bookings on the ITM to SDJ route.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Your best bet is J-Air. 87.12% of its flights between Osaka Itami International Airport and Sendai International Airport touch down on schedule.
ITM is about 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Osaka to SDJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Osaka Itami International Airport:
Flights from Osaka Itami International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 83% of them touching down as expected.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from Osaka to Sendai International Airport leaving from Kobe Airport (UKB).
Buckle up and take off from UKB with Skymark Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct Osaka to SDJ plane tickets.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Skymark Airlines from UKB to SDJ.
Skymark Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 93.69% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.
The journey time to UKB from the centre of Osaka is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Sendai International Airport flight:
UKB has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 82%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and reach your destination as planned.
The street address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
Have a late flight from Osaka to Sendai International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SDJ and get cosy, quick:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Osaka to Sendai International Airport flight.
You'll find SDJ at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Getting from Sendai International Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Central Sendai is around 14 kilometres from Sendai International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
At the moment, ج.م. 2,448 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Sendai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 4,911. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Osaka to SDJ, book your ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Osaka to Sendai International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ)
December is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Sendai International Airport (SDJ), while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sendai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Osaka to SDJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sendai to range from 19ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Sendai International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 6ºC.
More about Sendai
Start your Sendai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Sendai International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sendai Toshogu Shrine, Rairaikyo Gorge and Sendai Castle are must-visits when exploring Sendai.
Explore more of Japan
Saitama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sendai. Around 274 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama, Omiya Bonsai Village and Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Japan, consider Matsudo, roughly 274 kilometres south of Sendai. Tozen-ji Temple, Tokiwadaira Cherry Blossom Promenade and Hirakata Park are among the biggest draws.
