Flight from Penang (PEN) to Osaka (KIX)

As the plane takes off from Penang, you will see the turtle shape of Penang island slowly fade and disappear behind the clouds. Once your flight gets closer to Osaka you will start to see the Osaka urban neighborhood along with the infamous Osaka castle slowly come into your sight under your feet. 

Osaka is Japan’s second-largest city which always bustling with life and energy. The city lives up to its nickname well as “Nation’s Kitchen”, which is now has become well-known as one of the major centers for commerce, culture, and delicacy with the perfect quality and satisfying taste to palate that you hardly get anywhere else. Osaka was once the capital and a major port, and even now you can still find various historical landmarks including Osaka Castle which was built in the 16th century that are still standing strong and well, where you can enjoy the stunning beauty of the area, especially during the spring season where you will be able to find numerous sakura trees bloom beautifully decorating the majestic castle of Osaka Castle. 

Airports From Penang to Osaka

There is only one airport that serves flights from Penang to Osaka in Penang Island which is the Penang International Airport (PEN) which is also well-known as Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is located in Bayan Lepas for around 16 kilometers to the south of George Town, the capital city of Penang. It is the only as well the main international airport serving Penang Island in Malaysia. 

While the airport that receives international flights from Penang in Osaka is Kansai International Airport (KIX),  which is the main international airport serving Osaka and is located on an artificial island in Osaka Bay around 35 kilometers to the southwest of central Osaka. 

Please be reminded that the flight schedule and route might change, kindly check on Traveloka for more updated information. 

The Best Time to Visit Osaka

The best time to visit Osaka, as well as the peak of tourist season, would be during the Spring season which falls around March to May when it has the warmest weather and cool nights while being surrounded by the beautifully bloomed sakura trees that flutter around making a magnificent and magical atmosphere full of pink, red and white color. Besides, during those periods there were various festivals including the Hanami Festival that is held in many popular tourist spots including the Osaka Castle where you could bring a snack and have a picnic with your friends and family under the stunning sakura trees with the majestic Osaka Castle on the background. 

While for those of you who are looking for fewer crowds and cheaper costs, it would be recommended for you to visit Osaka during the Autumn which falls around September to November. During these periods, you will be able to enjoy the pleasant weather which makes it very ideal time to explore the city and do various outdoor activities as well enjoying the scenic scenery of yellow, orange, and red colors fluttering around making beautiful red-orange carpets, especially in Osaka Castle Park, Minoo Park, and Daisen park. 

Accommodation Near Osaka Airport

1.  Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport

Address: 1, Senshu-kuko Kita, Tajiri-cho, Osaka Prefecture, Sennan District, Japan, 549-0001

A very convenient hotel that only takes you around 3 minute's walk to the hotel doorstep from your arrival flight it also connects to the JR Nankai Line Kansai Airport Station which makes it an easy access to the other parts of Osaka as well as the Kansai region. The hotel itself offers comfortable and modern rooms complete with wi-fi and other basic amenities to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The facilities also provide a variety of restaurants that offer a wide variety of delicacies, laundry service, as well a safety deposit box to save your important belongings. 

2. Henn na Hotel Kansai Airport 

Address: 1-23 Rinkuouraikita, Tajiri-cho, Osaka Prefecture, Sennan District, Japan, 598-0048

One unique hotel that you can find close to the Kansai International Airport is well known for focusing on using technology for guest service, such as robot dinosaurs who will welcome and greet the guests at the front desk. Offering an innovative use of technology to give service to customers where you will need to use your smartphones to control room features will give you one unique experience that you can’t get any other else. Besides, the hotel is also quite budget-friendly which is a perfect option for those of you who budget-conscious. 

3. N Gate Hotel Osaka

Address: Rinkupo-to Kira 5-14, Osaka Prefecture, Tajiri, Kansai, Japan, 598-0093

Another hotel that is located in a perfect location, which is close to the Kansai International Airport as well as a few minutes walk from the Shinbaishi Station and Dotombori District makes it the ideal place for those of you who plan to explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, numerous popular attractions and restaurants. N Gate Hotel Osaka offers a wide variety of rooms that will cater to your needs and preferences from a standard room to a quadruple room, each featuring a comfortable stay complete with modern furnishing, high-speed wi-fi and some of the rooms even have access to the city’s panoramic views. 

Best Highlights from Osaka

1. Hop into the Osaka Castle

Hop into one of the most iconic landmarks in Osaka, Osaka Castle is a vast complex that has been built since the 16th century and still stands strong until now. The Castle structure, architecture, and culture would bring you back to the past and learn more about Japanese History. 

Osaka Castle is a very massive land with a long history you can fully get immersed in the castle’s fascinating stories and buildings starting from the five-story main tower, which also houses a museum that showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the castle's history and the life of the infamous historical figure of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, which is also the same person who initiating on building this castle on 16th centuries. 

2. Soak in Food Paradise in Osaka

As has been mentioned above, Osaka has a nickname called “The Nation’s Kitchen” which lives up to its name for housing numerous delicacy where it will pamper anyone’s taste buds with its mind-blowing variety of delicious yet affordable street foods along with a variation of restaurants. 

Some of the worth-mentioned iconic foods from Osaka that you need to try at least once when you visit this exceptional city are their Takoyaki which is a bite-sized delight, usually stuffed with octopus, and coated with flavorful sauce and dancing bonito flakes, Okonomiyaki which is also known as the savory pancakes of Japan, And their iconic Ikayaki which can be directly translated into a Grilled Squid that is cooked to perfection and brushed with the savory sauce making it a simple yet delicious street experience. 

3. Explore the iconic Dotonbori District

One of the most famous districts in Osaka where you will get numerous experiences from delicious street food aromas, a dazzling display of neon lights which makes it a perfect spot for photoshoots, and the bustling street filled with activities even at night time. 

There are a lot of activities that you can do on this street from hunting foods from the endless number of restaurants, street vendors, and stalls that offer a wide variety of foods, or taking a short cruise on the Dotonbori River for another unique perspective of this lively district where you can see the infamous Glico sign and other famous landmarks from different angle. 

What to Prepare While Traveling to Osaka

First of all, it will be about the clothing that you need to bring. If you decide to visit during the winter season, then you should bring extra thick clothes and a raincoat. While during the spring to summer, it may become a little bit hot and so, you might want to wear some breathable clothes which will allow you to move easily around the area. But don’t forget to bring an umbrella or light raincoat in case there is a sudden pour. 

Before actually visiting several tourist attractions in Osaka, you might need to look out for their opening hours and availability of the shows, performances, and tickets in advance. Besides it saves some of your money, but it also saves a lot of your time from queuing and avoiding a sudden change in schedule on some performance availability or attractions. 

How to get Cheap Ticket to Osaka with Traveloka

1. For the very first step, you should install Traveloka apps on your phone if you don’t want to open the Traveloka website manually every single time. And don’t forget to sign up.
2. Don’t hold your book for too long. It would be much cheaper if you booked a flight, a minimum of about 2 weeks to 1 month before your departure dates. 
3. Sign up the price alerts, so they can give you a notification as the price drops.
4. Travel during off season, because it would be much cheaper during that time.
5. Monitor for the deals and promotions especially in Traveloka because Traveloka often gives offers that might catch your attention. Especially when you often use Traveloka for your booking, you will get some points that can give you some cut on your payments. 

Get The Best Deals on Flight Tickets to Osaka through Traveloka! Besides, you could also book the hotel accommodations, and other tourist attractions located in Osaka by Traveloka with the best price available!