Dubai DXB to Osaka OSA Flights

Flights from Dubai to Osaka generally leave from Dubai and arrive in Osaka Kansai.

Dubai is 8 km away from Dubai city centre and Osaka Kansai is 46.4 km from Osaka city centre.

Since neither Dubai nor Osaka are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Arab Emirates and Japan. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 5 h between Dubai and Osaka all year round.

The best events to attend in Osaka include:

• Gion Matsuri, a month-long festival featuring parades and traditional events
• Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan's top three festivals with boat processions and fireworks
• Osaka Castle Illuminage, a stunning light display set against the backdrop of Osaka Castle
• Sumiyoshi Taisha Grand Festival, a traditional celebration with ancient rituals and performances.

The best holidays to experience in Osaka include:

• New Year’s Day, a time for family gatherings and traditional celebrations
• Golden Week (April 29 - May 5), a series of national holidays that attract many visitors and offer various local events
• Obon (mid-August), a period for honoring ancestors with traditional dances and ceremonies.

The best seasons to visit Osaka are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Osaka is during March-May or September-November.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.