Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Osaka: what you need to know
Osaka is 13 hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Osaka operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from RDU to Osaka.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from RDU to Osaka. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You don't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before organizing your flight tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Durham, RDU can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Osaka
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka is C$580. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,131. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to Osaka, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to the centre of Osaka takes about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 18 minutes by car. Central Osaka is approximately 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from RDU to Osaka:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Osaka, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from RDU to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Osaka right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Osaka:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Osaka itinerary.
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