Travelling from Osaka to Washington DC: what you need to know
Osaka's main base, Kansai International Airport (KIX), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Osaka to Washington DC.
When it comes to arriving in Washington DC, hop off the plane at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is another major gateway to this city.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Osaka to Washington DC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you hold a passport from Japan, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Osaka to Washington DC for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Osaka to Washington DC leaving from Kansai International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it takes about 44 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Osaka to Washington DC? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Kansai International Airport:
Arriving in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 43 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to DCA if you're taking a late flight from Osaka to Washington DC. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Following your flight from Osaka to Washington DC, expect a drive time of approximately 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Osaka to Washington DC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Washington DC is Rs134,301. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs285,941. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from Osaka to Washington DC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Osaka to Washington DC across the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap ticket from Osaka to Washington DC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Osaka to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to Washington DC. To escape the crowds, visit Washington DC in May.
Lock in your flight from Osaka to Washington DC for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Washington DC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Osaka to Washington DC:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top sights which should be on every Washington DC itinerary.
Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Osaka to Washington DC. Whether you want a compact ride, family sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
