{ "response": { "Key": "FUK-OSA", "orig": { "code": "FUK", "type": "airport", "city": "Fukuoka", "fullCity": "Fukuoka, Japan", "airport": "Fukuoka Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "OSA", "type": "airport", "city": "Osaka", "fullCity": "Osaka, Japan", "airport": "Kansai Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "The flight from Fukuoka to Osaka is about 280 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 1 hour 10 minutes outbound, with the return leg taking about 1 hour 15 minutes — a small difference from prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Yes, there are frequent nonstop flights between Fukuoka and Osaka. JAL and ANA each operate 8 daily departures to Itami (ITM), while Peach flies 4 daily to Kansai (KIX); IBEX also serves Itami 2 flights a day on all days except Sunday. The flight takes about 70 minutes, giving travelers over 150 weekly nonstop options across the four carriers.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "redeye_flights", "flight_schedule", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Osaka?", "answer": "Flights from Fukuoka to Osaka land at Itami Airport (ITM), the city's primary domestic hub, located about 11 km north of Osaka Station. The fastest and most-used option is the Osaka Monorail to Hotarugaike Station, then a transfer to the Hankyu Takarazuka Line for direct access to central Umeda, taking roughly 30 minutes. Limousine buses also run frequently to major hotels and Shin-Osaka Station, offering a convenient alternative with luggage. Taxis are available but expensive for the distance, while ride-share services are extremely limited under Japanese regulations. Car rentals are on-site, though not recommended for city-center trips due to traffic and parking costs.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Airport", "title": "Itami Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-20T02:23:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/lufthansa-airlines/lufthansa-airlines-itm-terminal-osaka-international-airport/", "title": "Lufthansa Airlines ITM Terminal – Osaka International Airport", "time_published": "2024-09-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/ibex-airlines/ibex-airlines-itm-terminal-itami-airport/", "title": "Ibex Airlines ITM Terminal, Itami Airport", "time_published": "2024-05-24T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka_Airport", "title": "Osaka Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2024-10-29T14:51:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka%20Airport", "title": "Osaka Airport", "time_published": "2024-10-29T14:51:50Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Yes, Peach Aviation (MM) operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Fukuoka (FUK) to Osaka Kansai (KIX), departing at 21:00. That flight lands the same night — a short hop, not an overnight arrival.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Japan Airlines and ANA each operate 56 weekly non‑stop flights from Fukuoka to Osaka Itami, with multiple daily departures spread across the day. Peach Aviation flies 28 weekly non‑stops to Kansai International, and IBEX Airlines adds 12 weekly flights to Itami on all days except Sunday. Typical per‑carrier fares aren't listed, but the route is served exclusively by non‑stop flights on these four carriers.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Fukuoka and Osaka?", "answer": "Direct flights between Fukuoka and Osaka are frequent and quick, so connections are rarely needed. If your itinerary requires a stop, Tokyo Haneda and Tokyo Narita are the most common hubs, offering high frequency and efficient domestic transfers." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Osaka?", "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures and lighter crowds, avoiding the summer heat and humidity." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "For domestic flights within Japan, bring a valid government-issued ID such as a passport or driver's license, a payment method for baggage, and check for any health documents required. No visa or Real ID applies." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Osaka?", "answer": "Osaka has two airports. Kansai International is about 50 km from central Osaka, serving most international and many domestic flights. Itami is closer to the city centre, primarily handling domestic routes and ideal for business and quick access." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Fukuoka Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The Fukuoka City Subway’s Airport Line is the fastest and most popular way to reach Fukuoka Airport, connecting Hakata Station in about 5 minutes and Tenjin in roughly 11 minutes for a low fare. Taxis offer a door‑to‑door option at a higher cost, while city buses serve the airport but are slower and less frequent. Ride‑share services are limited in Fukuoka, so the subway remains the most reliable choice, with driving and parking available but generally less convenient than the train.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuoka%20City%20Subway", "title": "Fukuoka City Subway", "time_published": "2026-03-29T01:30:55Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Fukuoka_City_Subway_stations", "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations", "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20Fukuoka%20City%20Subway%20stations", "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations", "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport%20Line%20%28Fukuoka%29", "title": "Airport Line (Fukuoka)", "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:24:28Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_mobile&title=Transport_in_Fukuoka-Kitakyushu", "title": "Transport in Fukuoka-Kitakyushu", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2010-01-20T22:04:35Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Osaka airport?", "answer": "Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) has the Osaka Air Terminal Hotel located inside the main terminal's Central Block on Level 3, offering convenient on-site accommodation. The airport closes nightly from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM, so staying overnight in the terminal is not possible, but the on-site hotel provides uninterrupted sleep. Other nearby hotels, like the Toyoko Inn Osaka Itami Airport, offer shuttle service to and from the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/osaka-itami-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/osaka-prefecture/activities/osaka_private_airport_transfers_to_from_itami_airport_itm-XGMLMR", "title": "Osaka: Private Airport Transfers to/from Itami Airport(ITM)", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/osaka-itami-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Reviews (ITM)", "time_published": "2018-06-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/lufthansa-airlines/lufthansa-airlines-itm-terminal-osaka-international-airport/", "title": "Lufthansa Airlines ITM Terminal – Osaka International Airport", "time_published": "2024-09-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/osaka/activities/private_departure_transfer_from_central_osaka_city_to_itami_airport_itm-XDCNTG", "title": "Private departure transfer from central Osaka city to Itami airport (ITM)", "time_published": "2026-02-26T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/osaka/activities/private_airport_transfer_osaka_city_itami_airport_itm-XA8D0S?property=OSARZ", "title": "Private Airport Transfer: Osaka City → Itami Airport (ITM)", "time_published": "2026-03-16T00:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Kansai Intl Airport?", "answer": "Osaka Airport (ITM) offers currency exchange services and free Wi‑Fi in Terminal 1. The terminal also provides ATMs, banking services, and a variety of dining and shopping options. Information about prayer rooms or chapels at ITM is not available.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/lufthansa-airlines/lufthansa-airlines-itm-terminal-osaka-international-airport/", "title": "Lufthansa Airlines ITM Terminal – Osaka International Airport", "time_published": "2024-09-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Itami_Airport", "title": "Itami Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-20T02:23:24Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-guide.com/ibex-airlines/ibex-airlines-itm-terminal-itami-airport/", "title": "Ibex Airlines ITM Terminal, Itami Airport", "time_published": "2024-05-24T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka_Airport", "title": "Osaka Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2024-10-29T14:51:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osaka%20Airport", "title": "Osaka Airport", "time_published": "2024-10-29T14:51:50Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Fukuoka to Osaka are operated by Peach Aviation (MM) with Airbus A320-100 and A320-200 Neo, and by Japan Airlines (JL) with Embraer 170. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these are the types that appear regularly. On connecting itineraries, common long-haul segments use Airbus A350-900 or Boeing 787-8, with shorter domestic legs on Boeing 767, 737-800, or Embraer 170. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these aircraft, though specific offerings depend on the carrier.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Fukuoka to Osaka are operated by Japan Airlines (oneworld) and All Nippon Airways (Star Alliance), along with unaffiliated carriers Peach Aviation and Ibex Airlines. Other alliances may serve the route indirectly via connections.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "article_lookup" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Fukuoka?", "answer": "Fukuoka Airport's international terminal has two main lounges: the Korean Air KAL Lounge and Lounge Fukuoka. The Korean Air KAL Lounge is located airside near Gate 56 on the 3rd floor, accessible with Priority Pass, business class tickets, or elite status, and offers Wi-Fi, spirits, beer, wine, and TVs. Lounge Fukuoka is also in the international terminal and can be accessed via certain premium cards like the American Express Platinum. Both lounges provide a comfortable space with drinks and Wi-Fi, though access may be restricted during peak times.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK/Korean-Air-KAL-Lounge-International-Terminal-1jdRPwVERr/", "title": "Korean Air KAL Lounge at Fukuoka Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/fi-fi/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Fukuoka Airport | Amex FI", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/lounges/japan/fukuoka-international", "title": "Fukuoka Airport FUK Lounges - FUK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/fr-FR/lounges/japan/fukuoka-itazuke-air-base/fuk-korean-air-lounge", "title": "Korean Air Lounge FUK AIRPORT International Terminal Fukuoka (Itazuke Air Base) | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_AE/destinations/airports/fukuoka-airport.html", "title": "Fukuoka Airport | Cathay Pacific", "time_published": "2022-11-15T00:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "This is a domestic Japan route, so international baggage rules don't apply. Allowances vary by airline and fare; basic fares may exclude checked bags, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fukuoka to Osaka?", "answer": "Flights from Fukuoka to Osaka typically offer Economy and Business class with standard seats, as flat‑bed Business is uncommon on this short domestic route and Premium Economy is generally not available." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not." } } } }