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Cheapest return flight
$1,327
Typical prices: $1,311-$1,830
China Southern
Thu 15/3Tue 27/3
AKL - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$598
Typical prices: $696-$1,253
Jetstar
Sun 4/2
AKL - KIX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Osaka. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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AKL - ITM
Cheapest • 5% average savings
AKL - KIX
Most popular
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Cheapest • Avg $1,348 (return)
Brisbane (BNE)
Shortest trip • 16h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Osaka (AKL-OSA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Osaka

Mon, 15 Mar - Sat, 27 Mar
China Southern Logo
10:00 - 14:10AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
32h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 07:30KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,327China Southern
Thu, 28 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Korean Air Logo
11:45 - 17:00AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
33h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 - 09:55KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
$1,442Korean Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
Korean Air Logo
11:45 - 20:45AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
37h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 - 09:55KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
$1,447Korean Air
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
China Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:35AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
18h 45m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
12:45 - 19:10KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 25m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane
$1,514China Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
China Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:35AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
18h 45m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
19:00 - 19:10KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 10m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane
$1,525China Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 19:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 16:05KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,563Jetstar
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Jetstar Logo
08:00 - 19:45AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
15h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 16:05KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,567Jetstar
Thu, 28 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:25 - 21:05AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
16h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:15 - 06:55KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 40m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Hong Kong Intl
$1,636Cathay Pacific
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:55 - 15:10AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
16:15 - 13:25KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
41h 10m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Hong Kong Intl
$1,703Cathay Pacific
Sat, 9 Jan - Mon, 5 Apr
China Southern Logo
10:00 - 14:10AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
32h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 15:40KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$2,024China Southern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Osaka flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Auckland to Osaka with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Osaka?

Return flights from Auckland to Osaka start at $1,327. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,311 to $1,830. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,327 on China Southern.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Osaka flight route?

Auckland (AKL) to Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) is the cheapest Auckland to Osaka route, averaging $1,428 return. Other Auckland to Osaka routes average $1,593, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Osaka?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Osaka and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Osaka?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Osaka at $1,288 return.
•December ($2,237) and April ($1,796) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Auckland to Osaka the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Osaka are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Osaka flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$598
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flights from Auckland to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

When to book flights from Auckland to Osaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Osaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Osaka flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Osaka?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Osaka:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Osaka?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Osaka takes 0h 00m, covering 14,386 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Osaka?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Osaka flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Osaka range from $1,311 to $1,830, with an average of $1,586 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,311 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Osaka flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 34% above the route average of $1,586. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Osaka changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,327 to $5,712. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Osaka looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Osaka are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $721, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Osaka?

    Since Osaka is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) – daily rates from around $19:

    • Yesaway
    • CG Car Rental
    • KuMa Rental Car
    • IX Rental
    • HM Rent a Car

    Near Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) – daily rates from around $50:

    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • ORIX Rent a Car
    • Nissan Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Osaka?

    Flights from Auckland to Osaka usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and may arrive at several airports in Osaka area, including Osaka Itami (ITM) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Osaka pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Osaka most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Osaka?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Auckland to Osaka route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,396 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,888, a difference of $492. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Osaka?

    Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 13m, compared to 18h 16m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 18h 22m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Osaka?

    Osaka is 4 hours behind Auckland (Japan Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Osaka?

    Some of the most popular sights in Osaka are Cool Japan Park Osaka, Dotonbori Glico Man Sign, and Universal Studios Japan. These are among the most viewed places in Osaka on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Osaka flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,396 – about $492 less than Saturday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Osaka trip for May. Fares historically average $1,288 return in that month – typically $949 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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