Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Osaka: what you need to know
Bristol Airport is located in Bristol. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 9 hours ahead of Bristol.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from BRS to Osaka. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a flight from BRS to Osaka, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option.
You can travel to Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your flight tickets from Bristol Airport to Osaka, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
BRS is around 16 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to BRS? If you've booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Osaka
C$694 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bristol Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,236. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BRS to Osaka, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bristol Airport to Osaka across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Central Osaka is around 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM). Once your flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 18 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near ITM. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from BRS to Osaka at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka. June is the most popular month to visit Osaka. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from BRS to Osaka sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Osaka
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Osaka right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Bristol Airport to Osaka:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are must-do's during your Osaka adventure.
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