Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Itami Airport (ITM): what you need to know
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka 13 hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you get on your JFK to ITM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport. Many passengers pass through Haneda Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Itami Airport (ITM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport flight is Rs148,729. A round-trip fare right now is Rs352,565. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from JFK to ITM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Itami Airport (ITM)
If you're coming in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ITM:
Grab an Itami Airport rental car and discover Osaka and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserve your ride from Itami Airport at least a few weeks ahead to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Itami Airport (ITM) to central Osaka
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Itami Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Itami Airport (ITM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Itami Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JFK to ITM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.