Kyoto & Osaka from Jacksonville, Nov 14–23: round trip from $1,294
Round-trip flights from Jacksonville to Kyoto & Osaka cost $1,294 per person ($2,588 for two) for Nov 14–23, 2026, a nine-night trip on B6 + AC with 3 stops, so it isn't nonstop. Expect typical highs of 57–64°F and lows near 43°F, mostly overcast. The best-value hotel, APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori, is $1,550 for the stay, or $172 a night.
The flight
$1,461 $1,294 per person, round trip
the highest fare we saw for these dates
$2,588 for two, taxes and fees included · B6 + AC · 3 stops · 73h 4m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 5:46 PM – Mon, Nov 16, 5:40 PM · back Mon, Nov 23, 7:25 AM – Tue, Nov 24, 8:35 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| B6 + AC | $1,294 | 3 stops | 73h 4m |
| B6 + NH + MM | $1,405 | 3 stops | 69h 26m |
| B6 + AC | $1,324 | 3 stops | 61h 6m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 8:57 AM EDT. 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 | $2,588 |
| APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori, 9 nights | $1,550 |
| Trip total for two | $4,138 |
Regular: $4,472 You pay: $4,138 Saved: $334
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Why go now
$1,294 per person round trip is $167 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, or 11% under it, across the 12 offers we checked. Prices are all-in as we found them on Oct 12, 2026, and they can move. The timing is the real draw. Autumn leaves at Tofuku-ji, Eikan-do and Arashiyama peak in mid-to-late November, with evening illuminations, and your dates land right in that window. Days usually run 57–64°F with lows near 43°F, mostly overcast with a little drizzle, which makes for good walking weather between temples and markets. Nine nights leaves room for Kyoto's gardens, an Osaka food night and a day in Nara. For two people, flights plus the best-value hotel plus $130 a day each for spending come to $6,478.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city trip built around culture and food, with some nature mixed in: temples and gardens by day, then kaiseki or street food at night. It suits couples and friends who like to walk a lot and eat well. The pace can stay easy. Nine nights gives you room for slow mornings, an early start at Fushimi Inari and an unhurried day in Nara.
Weather in Kyoto & Osaka, Nov 14–23
Typical highs 57–64°F, lows near 43°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 62 °F | 44 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 64 °F | 44 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 63 °F | 43 °F | Drizzle |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 64 °F | 45 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 57 °F | 42 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 58 °F | 41 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 60 °F | 42 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 62 °F | 41 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 22 | 62 °F | 44 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 23 | 58 °F | 43 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Kyoto & Osaka
All three are 3-star, room-only, and the prices cover the full 9 nights. APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori is the best value at $1,550 for the stay ($172 a night), rated 8.1 from 5,439 reviews, with free cancellation. hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo is the top rated at 9.5 from 383 reviews: $2,042 ($227 a night) for a dog-friendly Premier Twin Room. Heads-up: it doesn't offer free cancellation. APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae is our budget pick at $1,690 ($188 a night), rated 7.9 from 3,275 reviews, and you can cancel it for free too. Both APA hotels are in the Kyoto Station area, which is handy for the shinkansen and day trips. hotel anddoggy is in Nakagyo Ward, on the same side of town as Downtown Kyoto (Kawaramachi and Shijo), with Nishiki Market and Pontocho alley at hand.
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
$1,550 for 9 nights, two guests · $172 a night
See roomshotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo
$2,042 for 9 nights, two guests · $227 a night
See roomsAPA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae
$1,690 for 9 nights, two guests · $188 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 the torii-gate tunnels at Fushimi Inari before 8 AM.
- See the Arashiyama bamboo grove and the gardens of Tenryu-ji while the leaves are turning.
- Book a kaiseki dinner at a Gion ryotei, then stroll the teahouse lanes of Gion and Higashiyama.
- Eat your way through Nishiki Market on a food crawl in Downtown Kyoto.
- Eat takoyaki and okonomiyaki on Dotonbori in Osaka, under the street-food neon.
- Take a day trip to Nara's deer park and the Great Buddha of Todai-ji.
Also worth it
- Fushimi Inari's torii-gate tunnels before 8am
- Nishiki Market food crawl
Tours and tickets in Kyoto & Osaka
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Jacksonville | Jacksonville International (JAX) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Kyoto & Osaka | Kansai International (KIX), Osaka Itami (ITM) |
| Flight time | 73h 4m (3 stops) |
| Distance | 7,308 miles each way |
| Time difference | +14 hours |
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What 9 nights in Kyoto & Osaka costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $2,588 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori) | $1,550 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $2,340 |
| Total for two | $6,478 |
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: Jacksonville to Kyoto & Osaka
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $1,294 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $1,293 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: yes, US citizens need a valid passport for Kyoto & Osaka.
- Currency: Japanese yen (JPY).
- Autumn leaves at Tofuku-ji, Eikan-do and Arashiyama peak in mid-to-late November, with evening illuminations.
- You need a passport. The currency is the Japanese yen.
- Japan is 14 hours ahead of Jacksonville, which is 7,308 miles away.
- The outbound flight leaves JAX at 5:46 PM on Saturday, Nov 14 and lands at Kansai International (KIX) at 5:40 PM on Monday, Nov 16.
- The return leaves at 7:25 AM on Monday, Nov 23 and lands at 8:35 AM on Tuesday, Nov 24.
- Both APA hotels offer free cancellation. hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo does not.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
It's $1,294 per person round trip, or $2,588 for two, on B6 + AC with 3 stops. That's all-in as we found it on Oct 12, 2026, and $167 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Fares change, so the live price may be different when you check.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a passport for Japan. You'll pay in Japanese yen, and the clock runs 14 hours ahead of Jacksonville.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 57–64°F, with lows near 43°F. Most days are overcast, with some drizzle. Bring layers and a light rain jacket for temple walks and evening leaf illuminations.
Is 9 nights enough?
The hotels are priced for 9 nights. On this routing, though, you land at 5:40 PM on Monday, Nov 16 and fly out at 7:25 AM on Monday, Nov 23, so line up your check-in dates with your flights before you book.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
We estimate $6,478 for two: $2,588 for flights, $1,550 for the best-value hotel and $2,340 for spending, which works out to $130 per person per day.
Which airport do I fly into?
This fare flies from Jacksonville International (JAX) to Kansai International (KIX). Osaka Itami (ITM) also serves the region, but this itinerary uses KIX.
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