Kyoto & Osaka from Los Angeles, Dec 3–8: round trip from $853
Round-trip flights on ZG + GK from Los Angeles to Kyoto & Osaka cost $853 per person for Dec 3–8, 2026 when we checked, $162 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $95 a night for the 5-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The flight
$1,015 $853 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$1,705 for two, taxes and fees included · ZG + GK · 1 stop · 43h 30m
Out Thu, Dec 3, 9:30 AM – Fri, Dec 4, 6:40 PM · back Tue, Dec 8, 9:10 PM – Wed, Dec 9, 7:30 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZG + GK | $853 | 1 stop | 43h 30m |
| Asiana Airlines | $954 | 1 stop | 16h 30m |
| ZG + GK | $913 | 1 stop | 33h 15m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 5:20 PM PDT. 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 | $1,705 |
| Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo, 5 nights | $474 |
| Trip total for two | $2,179 |
Regular: $2,504 You pay: $2,179 Saved: $325
the typical fare on this route.
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Why Kyoto & Osaka
Why we picked it: Kyoto & Osaka is the best value we priced for these dates: $853 round trip.
Kyoto's 1,600 temples, geisha lanes and kaiseki dining sit half an hour from Osaka's street-food canals, making the pair Japan's cultural and culinary heart.
Weather in Kyoto & Osaka, Dec 3–8
Typical highs 51–55°F, lows near 36°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 3 | 55 °F | 35 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Fri, Dec 4 | 52 °F | 35 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 5 | 51 °F | 36 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Dec 6 | 54 °F | 35 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Dec 7 | 54 °F | 38 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Dec 8 | 55 °F | 37 °F | Drizzle |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Kyoto & Osaka
Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo
$474 for 5 nights, two guests · $95 a night
See rooms22 PIECES
$1,691 for 5 nights, two guests · $338 a night
See roomsComfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Toji
$484 for 5 nights, two guests · $97 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Kyoto & Osaka for these dates
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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
Signature experiences
- Fushimi Inari's torii-gate tunnels before 8am
- Arashiyama bamboo grove and the gardens of Tenryu-ji
- Kaiseki dinner at a Gion ryotei
- Nishiki Market food crawl
- Takoyaki and okonomiyaki on Dotonbori in Osaka
- 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 Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Long Beach (LGB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Kyoto & Osaka | Kansai International (KIX), Osaka Itami (ITM) |
| Flight time | 43h 30m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 5,685 miles each way |
| Time difference | +17 hours |
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What 5 nights in Kyoto & Osaka costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,706 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Comfort Hotel ERA Kyoto Horikawagojo) | $474 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | $1,300 |
| Total for two | $3,480 |
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: Los Angeles to Kyoto & Osaka
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $853 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $852 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,015 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: yes, US citizens need a valid passport for Kyoto & Osaka.
- Currency: Japanese yen (JPY).
Questions readers ask
How much does 5 nights in Kyoto & Osaka from Los Angeles cost?
About $3,480 for two: $1,706 in flights, $474 for the hotel and $1,300 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Kyoto & Osaka Dec 3–8?
Typical highs 51–55°F, lows near 36°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Kyoto & Osaka?
Yes. US citizens need a valid passport; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Kyoto & Osaka?
43h 30m with 1 stop on ZG + GK, on the fare we found.
Is $853 a good price for Los Angeles to Kyoto & Osaka?
It is 16% below the typical $1,015 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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