Osaka to Los Angeles (KIX–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KIX–LAX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Japan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,730 miles in approximately 10h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL Japan Airlines Also: MH | 7 | 789 | 10h20 | – | Oneworld | MH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Osaka
| Metric | KIX→LAX | NGO→LAX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KIX | – | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 6 |
| Flight time | 10h 20m | 9h 8m |
Travel Essentials
KIX: JST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 2:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Japanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years, and allows multiple entries. You cannot extend a VWP stay or change immigration status. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Tokyo ($185 application fee).
ESTA asks for passport details, employment information, and security questions. Approval is usually instant but can take up to 72 hours. At US immigration, CBP officers may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and accommodation. Global Entry ($100, valid 5 years) gives you automated kiosks at major airports, skipping the main immigration line. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at the US Embassy Tokyo or at a US airport on arrival.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to major US cities run 8 to 13 hours depending on the destination. ANA, JAL, United, Delta, American, Hawaiian Airlines, and Zipair operate dozens of daily frequencies. Los Angeles is about 10 hours, New York about 13 hours. The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.0065 USD per JPY. No vaccination requirements. Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app is an alternative to Global Entry for faster processing at 30+ US airports, free to use.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
KIX–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIX to LAX
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Japan Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
KIX to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIX to LAX ranges from 10 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,730 miles (9,221 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via SJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tokoname (NGO).