Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Osaka: what you need to know
Osaka is 8 hours ahead of Marseille, where Marseille Provence Airport is located. Osaka operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from MRS to Osaka.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it easy to find a flight from MRS to Osaka that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You don't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before organizing your flight tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
MRS is approximately 26 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MRS? If you're catching an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Osaka
C$569 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka. A return flight starts from C$1,141. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MRS to Osaka if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from MRS to Osaka every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is around 16 kilometres from central Osaka. After your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from MRS to Osaka, kick back at a hotel close to ITM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Osaka, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from MRS to Osaka in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Osaka and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Osaka.