Flying from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seattle. Check out your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to KIX, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Seattle to KIX leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is roughly 23 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and KIX:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 11 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to KIX:
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KIX if you have a late flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kansai International Airport, Rs118,913 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs200,064. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Seattle to KIX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Seattle to KIX in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Kansai International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kansai International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Osaka itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Universal Studios Japan.
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