Kyoto & Osaka from Dallas-Fort Worth, Dec 11–16: round trip from $1,370
When we checked, round-trip flights from Dallas-Fort Worth to Kyoto & Osaka cost $1,370 per person ($2,739 for two) for Dec 11–16, 2026, a 5-night trip. The flights are on AS with 2 stops, not nonstop, and you land at Kansai International at 6:45 PM on Sunday, Dec 13, when typical highs run 48–56°F. The best-value hotel is $265 for the stay.
The flight
$1,528 $1,370 per person, round trip
the highest fare we saw for these dates
$2,739 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · 2 stops · 68h 27m
Out Fri, Dec 11, 3:09 PM – Sun, Dec 13, 6:45 PM · back Wed, Dec 16, 7:50 AM – Thu, Dec 17, 12:41 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $1,370 | 2 stops | 68h 27m |
| F9 + YP + RS | $1,466 | 3 stops | 62h 32m |
| Alaska | $1,398 | 2 stops | 60h 23m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 11:24 AM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $2,739 |
| Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo, 5 nights | $265 |
| Trip total for two | $3,004 |
Regular: $3,321 You pay: $3,004 Saved: $317
the highest fare we saw for these dates.
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Why go now
The fare is $1,370 per person round trip, which is $158 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. That's 10% under the $1,528 top of the 12 offers we checked. Heads-up: this isn't the lowest we've seen. On Oct 12 we found $1,255 on this route. For two people, the flights, the best-value hotel and $130 a day in spending add up to $4,305. Mid-December comes after the November leaf season. Expect typical highs of 48–56°F and lows near 36°F, so it's jacket weather for temple walks, a market crawl and a night of Osaka street food. The catch is the schedule: you land Sunday evening and fly out Wednesday morning, so this trip is short and busy. Prices were all-in when we found them and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a culture and food trip in two cities: temples and old teahouse lanes in Kyoto, then neon and street food in Osaka. It suits couples or a pair of friends who like early starts and full days. With only a few days on the ground, the pace is quick. You'll spend mornings at shrines and evenings at dinner, and you won't have much time to sit around.
Weather in Kyoto & Osaka, Dec 11–16
Typical highs 48–56°F, lows near 36°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | 56 °F | 37 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 12 | 52 °F | 38 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Dec 13 | 51 °F | 37 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Dec 14 | 48 °F | 35 °F | Clear |
| Tue, Dec 15 | 49 °F | 33 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Dec 16 | 53 °F | 33 °F | Mostly clear |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Kyoto & Osaka
All three hotels are in Kyoto, and each price is room only for the 5-night stay. Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo is the best value at $265, or $53 a night. It's rated 8.8 from 4,321 reviews and has free cancellation. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kyoto Shijo is the budget pick at $283, or $57 a night, rated 8.5 from 3,416 reviews, also with free cancellation. It's in Shijo, near Downtown Kyoto (Kawaramachi and Shijo), which puts Nishiki Market and Pontocho alley close by. 22 PIECES is the top-rated pick at 9.3 from 1,082 reviews. It costs $1,441, or $288 a night, with no free cancellation. It's in the Kyoto Station area, which is handy for the shinkansen and day trips.
Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo
$265 for 5 nights, two guests · $53 a night
See rooms22 PIECES
$1,441 for 5 nights, two guests · $288 a night
See roomsHOTEL MYSTAYS Kyoto Shijo
$283 for 5 nights, two guests · $57 a night
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Where in Kyoto & Osaka
- Gion and Higashiyama: Wooden teahouses, geisha streets and the temple walk from Kiyomizu-dera to Nanzen-ji.
- Downtown Kyoto (Kawaramachi and Shijo): Central shopping and dining with Nishiki Market and Pontocho alley at hand.
- Kyoto Station area: Convenient for the shinkansen and day trips, with large hotels.
- Arashiyama: Quiet riverside ryokan stays by the bamboo grove in the western hills.
- Osaka Namba and Dotonbori: Street-food neon and nightlife, 15 minutes from Kyoto by express train.
What to do in Kyoto & Osaka
- Walk Fushimi Inari's torii-gate tunnels before 8am, before the crowds arrive.
- See the Arashiyama bamboo grove, then the gardens of Tenryu-ji.
- Book a kaiseki dinner at a Gion ryotei for one evening.
- Eat your way through Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto.
- Take the train to Osaka for takoyaki and okonomiyaki on Dotonbori.
- Spend a day in Nara with the deer park and the Great Buddha of Todai-ji.
Also worth it
- Arashiyama bamboo grove and the gardens of Tenryu-ji
- Nishiki Market food crawl
- Day trip to Nara's deer park and the Great Buddha of Todai-ji
Tours and tickets in Kyoto & Osaka
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Dallas-Fort Worth | Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW), Dallas Love Field (DAL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Kyoto & Osaka | Kansai International (KIX), Osaka Itami (ITM) |
| Flight time | 68h 27m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 6,647 miles each way |
| Time difference | +15 hours |
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What 5 nights in Kyoto & Osaka costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $2,740 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo) | $265 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | $1,300 |
| Total for two | $4,305 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Dallas-Fort Worth to Kyoto & Osaka
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $1,370 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $1,255 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: yes, US citizens need a valid passport for Kyoto & Osaka.
- Currency: Japanese yen (JPY).
- You need a passport. The local currency is the Japanese yen.
- Japan is 15 hours ahead of Dallas-Fort Worth, and the trip covers 6,647 miles each way.
- Total flight time is 68h 27m for both directions combined, on AS with 2 stops.
- All three hotel prices are room only. The two cheaper hotels have free cancellation, and 22 PIECES doesn't.
- These are typical weather numbers, not a forecast: highs of 48–56°F and lows near 36°F, with some drizzle and overcast days.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $1,370 per person round trip, or $2,739 for two, taxes and fees included. That's $158 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. It's on AS with 2 stops, leaving DFW at 3:09 PM on Friday, Dec 11. Prices can change before you book.
Is 5 nights enough?
Pay attention to the flight times here. You land Sunday, Dec 13 at 6:45 PM and leave Wednesday, Dec 16 at 7:50 AM. That gives you three nights in Kyoto and about two full days. Check that your hotel dates match when you actually arrive.
What is the weather like?
These are typical figures for this time of year, not a forecast: highs of 48–56°F and lows near 36°F. December 12 tends toward drizzle and December 14 toward clear skies. Bring a warm layer and a rain jacket.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a passport for Japan. The currency is the Japanese yen, and Japan is 15 hours ahead of Dallas-Fort Worth.
What will the whole trip cost for two?
About $4,305 for two. That covers $2,740 for flights, $265 for the best-value hotel and $1,300 in spending money, which works out to $130 a day.
Which airports does this use?
The fare we found flies from Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) to Kansai International (KIX). Osaka Itami (ITM) also serves the area, but this fare doesn't use it.
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