Osaka to Hangzhou (KIX–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CA726
CA Air China
320
12:15 PM
JST T1
2:05 PM
CST
2h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
GJ8078
GJ Loong
320
6:00 PM
JST T1
8:00 PM
CST
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
CA725
CA Air China
320
8:00 AM
CST T4
11:15 AM
JST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
GJ8077
GJ Loong
320
1:10 PM
CST T4
4:45 PM
JST
2h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Osaka to Hangzhou
2 carriers, 8 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 911 mi 2h 50m nonstop -1h behind 23 1-stop hubs

KIX–HGH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Loong Air lead the route. The flight covers 911 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KIX–HGH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CA Air China 6 320 2h50 Star Alliance
GJ Loong Air 2 320 3h
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – CA, GJ
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CA (6 flights/wk, 75%)
Unaffiliated: GJ (2 flights/wk, 25%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KIX to HGH direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KIX to HGH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,298
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Hangzhou is 1 hour behind Osaka.
KIX: JST · HGH: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 5:00 PM in Hangzhou.
Distance & Flight Time
911 mi / 1,466 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 50m to 3h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Japanese passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and visiting family or friends. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.

Getting from HGH

Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.

Hangzhou Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.

Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.

KIX–HGH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Osaka to Hangzhou route.
Route details
Distance911 mi / 1,466 km
Flight time2h 50m to 3h
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights8 out / 8 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: KIX
IATA / ICAOKIX / RJBB
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr30.6M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: HGH
IATA / ICAOHGH / ZSHC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.0M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KIX to HGH flights.
Nonstop flights from Kansai International Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport take approximately 2h 50m to 3h. The route covers 911 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air China and Loong Air.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from KIX to HGH. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through XMN, PVG, TAO, TSN, MFM, NRT, DLC, HNL, PEK, ICN, HAN, SGN, DOH, HKG, SZX, CAN, BKK, TPE, SYD, SIN, ORD, KUL and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Hangzhou is 1 hour behind Osaka.
Yes, return flights from HGH to KIX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KIX to HGH

Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Loong Air. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KIX to HGH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KIX to HGH ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 911 miles (1,466 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via XMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.