Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Osaka one hour behind Gold Coast.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OOL to KIX flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a sought-after stop between OOL and KIX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport flight is Rs70,597. A round-trip fare right now is Rs151,424. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from OOL to KIX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to OOL:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Reserve a hotel close to KIX if you have a late Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and discover more of Osaka and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
The address for KIX is 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)
June is the most popular month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Osaka in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Kansai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to KIX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Osaka. Around 386 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you want to check out another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key reasons to visit.