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Cheapest return flight
$1,298
Typical prices: $1,402-$1,895
China Southern
Sat 3/3Sat 10/3
AKL - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$663
Typical prices: $707-$1,321
Jetstar
Tue 27/2
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 • 2% average savings
AKL - KIX
Most popular
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $1,557 (return)
Brisbane (BNE)
Shortest trip • 16h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Osaka (AKL-OSA)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Osaka

Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 14:10AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
19h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 16:15KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,298China Southern
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 19:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 16:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
17h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,339Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 13:20AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
19h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:20 - 16:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
22h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,347China Eastern
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
China Southern Logo
10:00 - 14:10AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
32h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 07:00KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,416China Southern
Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
Korean Air Logo
11:45 - 17:40AKL  Auckland Intl-UKB Kobe
33h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:10 - 09:55UKB  Kobe-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 45m1 stop Incheon Intl
$1,468Korean Air
Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Korean Air Logo
11:45 - 22:40AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
14:00 - 09:55KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
$1,497Korean Air
Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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
$1,513China Airlines
Sat, 30 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
China Airlines Logo
20:50 - 13:20AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
20h 30m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
China Airlines Logo
14:30 - 19:10KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
24h 40m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane
$1,536China Airlines
Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
Jetstar Logo
20:55 - 19:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
27h 00m2 stops Christchurch Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 16:05KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,543Jetstar
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Jetstar Logo
08:00 - 19:45AKL  Auckland Intl-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
15h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
21:45 - 18:25KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
16h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$1,797Jetstar
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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 with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Osaka?

Return flights from Auckland to Osaka typically range from $1,402 to $1,895. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,298 on China Southern.

What is the cheapest Auckland to Osaka flight route?

There's little price difference between Auckland to Osaka routes. They average around $1,629 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Osaka. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Osaka at $1,241 return.
•December ($2,366) and April ($1,832) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Osaka the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Osaka are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% 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

$663
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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 $1,402 to $1,895, with an average of $1,657 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,402 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $1,657 route average. Book 21 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 $1,298 to $5,611. 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 $772, which is 13% 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 $18:

    • Yesaway
    • IX Rental
    • HM Rent a Car
    • CG Car Rental
    • KuMa Rental 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) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Auckland to Osaka. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,566 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,857, a difference of $291.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 06m, compared to 18h 22m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 18h 43m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,566, about $291 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% 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 $1,241 return in that month – typically $1,125 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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