Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Osaka: what you need to know
Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 8 hours ahead of Stuttgart.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from STR to Osaka.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from STR to Osaka, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you hold a passport from Germany and are travelling to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka.
STR is around 16 kilometres from central Stuttgart. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 53 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to STR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Osaka
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka is C$779. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,373. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from STR to Osaka. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka.
Locking in a cheap ticket from STR to Osaka is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Book a hotel near KIX if you're catching a late flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Itami Airport (ITM) is about 16 kilometres from central Osaka. After your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka, it'll take you around 18 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near ITM. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from STR to Osaka:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Osaka, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from STR to Osaka in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.
More about Osaka
Start your Osaka trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are popular attractions which should be on any good Osaka itinerary.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Osaka and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Stuttgart Airport to Osaka.