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Kansai International Airport
Located on an artificial island in Osaka Bay, the Kansai International Airport (KIX) is a key transportation hub in Osaka, Japan, with 2 terminals for domestic and international travelers and a port terminal to connect to Kobe Airport via ferry.
Kansai Iternational Airport is connected to downtown Osaka by local train operated by Japan Rail (JR West) and Nankai as well by bus through various Limousine buses. Limited express trains called the “Haruka” by Japan Rail connects Kansai Airport with Osaka and Kyoto while the “Rapi:T” operated by Nankai connects the Airport to Osaka Namba.
Travelling today or planning for a commute from Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX)? Learn more about Osaka International Airport Terminal 1 and 2 Nankai and Japan Rail JR West Train Line, map, Bus Terminal and Ferry Terminal. Find out how to commute from Osaka International Airport by train, bus to Osaka Namba, Umeda, OCAT (Osaka City Air Terminal) and ferry to Kobe Airport.
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Kansai International Airport Map
Japan Rail JR West
JR West operates various train lines from Kansai International Airport including
- Kansai Airport Line: The Kansai Airport Line connects Kansai International Airport with Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara.
- Haruka Limited Express: The Haruka limited express train is a popular choice for travelers heading to and from Kansai International Airport connecting the airport with major stations such as Shin-Osaka (Shinkansen Station), Tennoji, and Kyoto.
- Hanwa Line: The Hanwa Line runs from Tennoji Station, which is accessible from Kansai International Airport, and extends to Wakayama City, passing through various stations including Hineno, Izumi-Fuchu, and Kii-Tanabe.
- Sakurajima Line: The Sakurajima Line connects Universal City Station, near Universal Studios Japan, to Sakurajima Station via the Osaka Loop Line.
- Osaka Loop Line: The Osaka Loop Line is a circular train line that is accessible from Kansai International Airport via Tennoji or Osaka Station and provides easy access to Osaka Castle and Dotonbori.
- Fukuchiyama Line: The Fukuchiyama Line connects Osaka and Fukuchiyama, passing through stations like Shin-Osaka, Takatsuki, and Toyonaka best for those traveling to northern areas of Osaka Prefecture.
Click the links below to learn how to commute using the JR Trains from
- Kansai International Airport to Osaka Namba
- Kansai International Airport to Osaka Umeda
- Kansai International Airport to Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen Station)
- Kansai International Airport to Kyoto
Japan Rail Pass
| Pass | Description | Coverage Area |
|---|---|---|
| Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) | Unlimited train rides in specified areas All JR Shinkansen, Limited Express, Express, Rapid, local trains, and the BRT (with some exceptions) Tokyo Monorail Aoimori Railway between Aomori and Hachinohe, Aomori and Noheji, and Hachinohe and Noheji IR Ishikawa Railway between Kanazawa and Tsubata Ainokaze Toyama Railway between Toyama and Takaoka Local JR Buses: JR Hokkaido Bus, JR Bus Tohoku, JR Bus Kanto, JR Tokai Bus, West Japan JR Bus, Chugoku JR Bus, JR Shikoku Bus, JR Kyushu Bus JR-West Miyajima Ferry | Nationwide (All JR lines in Japan) |
| JR Haruka Kansai Airport to Kyoto/Osaka/Tennoji Express Ticket | From Kansai-airport Station, it takes approximately 35 minutes to Tennoji, 50 minutes to Osaka, and 80 minutes to Kyoto. Airport Transfer only | Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe |
| JR Kansai Area Pass | Unlimited train rides in specified areas Non-reserved seats on Kansai-Airport Express Haruka Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, and local trains on JR-West Conventional lines | Kansai Region (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Himeji) |
| JR Kansai Wide Area Pass | Unlimited train rides in specified areas Non-reserved seats on Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka to/from Okayama), Express Trains Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, and Super Hakuto (Kyoto to/from Kamigori) Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, and local trains on JR-West Conventional Lines Rides on Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, the San’in Main Line between Hamasaka and Tottori, and West JR Bus services within the area | Kansai Region, Okayama, Kurashiki, Tottori |
| JR Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass | Unlimited train rides in specified areas Non-reserved seats on Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka ⇔ Hiroshima), Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, Super Hakuto Express Trains (Kyoto ⇔ Kamigori) Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, and local trains on the JR-West Conventional Lines JR West Miyajima Ferry (Miyajimaguchi ⇔ Miyajima) Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, the San’in Main Line between Hamasaka and Tottori, and West JR and Chugoku JR Bus services within the area | Kansai Region, Hiroshima, Miyajima |
Nankai
- Nankai Airport Line: The Nankai Airport line connects Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Namba Station in Osaka City by local line with no seating reservation required. A limited express train called Rapi:T is also available
- Nankai Wakayama Line: This line connects Kansai International Airport to Wakayama City in Wakayama Prefecture.
- Nankai Koya Line: The Nankai Koya Line line branches off from the Nankai Main Line and connects to Gokurakubashi Station, from where you can take the Nankai Cable Car to Mount Koya (Koyasan), a sacred Buddhist site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Nankai Main Line: The Nankai Main Line is a major railway route that connects to various cities in the southern part of Osaka Prefecture, including Izumiōtsu, Sakai, and eventually reaching Namba Station.
- Nankai Rapi:t (Rapid Limited Express): The Nankai Rapi:T is a premium limited express train service known for it’s distinct Blue color and operates between Kansai International Airport and Osaka Namba Station. All seats are reserved.
Click the links below to learn how to commute using the Nankai Trains from
- Kansai International Airport to Osaka Namba
- Kansai International Airport to Osaka Umeda
- Kansai International Airport to Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen Station)
- Kansai International Airport to Kyoto
Nankai Applicable Pass
| Rail Pass Name | Description | Coverage Area |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai Thru Pass | Unlimited travel on buses, trains, and subways in the Kansai region | Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Wakayama, and HImeji |
| Nankai Rapi:t Kansai Airport Express Ticket | Travel instantly via the Nankai Line Airport Express, with trains departing every 60 minutes Enjoy a comfortable 34-minute journey going to and from Osaka inside a retro-themed train Arrive or depart at Namba Station, one of Osaka’s two central hubs, or at Kansai International Airport All reserved vouchers have to be exchanged together, not partially. If you plan to redeem the vouchers separately, please book separately | Kansai Airport to Namba Station |
| Nankai All Line 2 Day Pass | Get to any destination in Osaka via Nankai Electric Railway with this all line 2 day pass! Access any (except Semboku Line) at your own pace Available to use for 2 non-consecutive days, this pass is perfect for your Osaka itinerary Grab a free in your preferred language after you redeem your ticket | Osaka, Wakayama |
Note that the Kansai Thru Pass and the Nankai All Line 2 Day Pass can be used to travel from Osaka Namba Station to Kansai Airport however, if you want to board the Limited Express Rapi:T, an additional charge of ¥520 will need to be paid for the seat.
Osaka Kansai International Airport to Kobe Airport High Speed Ferry
| Origin | Destination | Schedule | Fare | Notes | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | Kobe International Airport | 6:20 AM, 7:05 AM, 7:50 AM, 8:50 AM, 9:50 AM, 10:50 AM, 11:50 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:15 PM, 5:45 PM, 6:45 PM, 7:45 PM, 8:45 PM, 9:45 PM, 11:45 PM | ¥1,880 | ¥500 special promo fare for foreign tourist | Ferry |
Sim Card and Wifi Osaka Airport
The SIM Card Vending Machine at Osaka Kansai International Airport can be found at the first floor arrival area. The sim card price ranges from ¥2800 for 2GB valid for 3 days up to ¥4900 for 10gb valid for 16 days.
| Data | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2GB | ¥2,800 | 3 days |
| 5GB | ¥3,000 | 3 days |
| unlimited | ¥3,500 | 3 days |
| 2GB | ¥3,000 | 5 days |
| 5GB | ¥3,200 | 5 days |
| unlimited | ¥3,700 | 5 days |
| 2GB | ¥3,200 | 8 days |
| 5GB | ¥3,400 | 8 days |
| unlimited | ¥3,800 | 8 days |
| 10 GB | ¥4,900 | 16 days |
Note that your phone must be unlocked to be able to use the sim card and must have a physical sim card slot (single sim or dual sim).
There are no options for sim card with voice and sms capabilities for sale in Japan for short term stays. You can use VOIP or internet calls such as Viber, Whatsapp, Zoom, Messenger or iMessage to contact other people by connecting to 4g/5g or use free wifi at the airport.
You can also purchase a sim card via Klook and claim it at the sim card and wifi counter at Osaka Kansai International Airport.
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