Kyoto & Osaka from Richmond, Nov 14–23: round trip from $1,335
When we checked, round-trip flights from Richmond to Kyoto & Osaka were $1,335 per person all-in ($2,669 for two) for Nov 14–23, 2026, a nine-night trip. The fare is on B6 + AC with 3 stops, not nonstop, and Kyoto should be mostly overcast with highs of 57–64°F. The best-value hotel, APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae, is $188 a night.
The flight
$1,493 $1,335 per person, round trip
the highest fare we saw for these dates
$2,669 for two, taxes and fees included · B6 + AC · 3 stops · 63h 50m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 3:34 PM – Mon, Nov 16, 5:40 PM · back Mon, Nov 23, 7:25 AM – Mon, Nov 23, 9:09 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| B6 + AC | $1,335 | 3 stops | 63h 50m |
| United + ANA. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | $1,454 | 2 stops | 25h 40m |
| B6 + AC | $1,335 | 3 stops | 74h 5m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 2:56 PM 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 | $2,669 |
| APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae, 9 nights | $1,690 |
| Trip total for two | $4,359 |
Regular: $4,676 You pay: $4,359 Saved: $317
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Why go now
At $1,335 per person, this fare is $158 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. That's an 11% gap across the 12 offers we checked, which ran from $1,335 to $1,493. The price is all-in as of when we checked, and it can change. The bigger reason to go is the timing: autumn leaves at Tofuku-ji, Eikan-do and Arashiyama peak in mid-to-late November, with evening illuminations, and these dates fall right in that window. Expect highs of 57–64°F and lows near 43°F, mostly overcast with a few drizzly days, which is good walking weather for temples and markets. Our rough budget for two comes to $6,700: $2,670 for flights, $1,690 for the hotel and $2,340 for spending, or $130 per person a day. Heads-up: this fare is slow.
The kind of trip this is
This is a culture-and-food city trip with some nature mixed in: temples and gardens in the morning, market snacks and Osaka street food at night. It suits a couple or a pair of friends who like to walk and eat their way through a place. With nine nights, you never have to rush, so there's room for an easy Nara day trip and an early start at Fushimi Inari.
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 hotels are in Kyoto, priced for the 9-night stay, room only. APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae is the best value at $1,690, or $188 a night. It scores 7.9 from 3,276 reviews and has free cancellation. It's in the Kyoto Station area, which is handy for the shinkansen and day trips. hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo is the top rated, at 9.5 from 385 reviews, for $2,042 or $227 a night in Nakagyo Ward. The room is dog friendly, but it has no free cancellation. Naganoya is the budget pick at $1,920, or $213 a night. It scores 8.7 from 271 reviews, has free cancellation and is also in Nakagyo Ward. Nearby, Downtown Kyoto (Kawaramachi and Shijo) is good for shopping and dining, with Nishiki Market and Pontocho alley close by.
APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae
$1,690 for 9 nights, two guests · $188 a night
See roomshotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo
$2,042 for 9 nights, two guests · $227 a night
See roomsNaganoya
$1,920 for 9 nights, two guests · $213 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.
- Visit the Arashiyama bamboo grove, then the gardens of Tenryu-ji, in leaf season.
- Save one big night out for a kaiseki dinner at a Gion ryotei.
- Eat your way through Nishiki Market on a food crawl.
- Take the 15-minute express train to Osaka for takoyaki and okonomiyaki on Dotonbori.
- 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
- Arashiyama bamboo grove and the gardens of Tenryu-ji
- Nishiki Market food crawl
Tours and tickets in Kyoto & Osaka
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Richmond | Richmond International (RIC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Kyoto & Osaka | Kansai International (KIX), Osaka Itami (ITM) |
| Flight time | 63h 50m (3 stops) |
| Distance | 6,990 miles each way |
| Time difference | +14 hours |
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What 9 nights in Kyoto & Osaka costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $2,670 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae) | $1,690 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $2,340 |
| Total for two | $6,700 |
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: Richmond to Kyoto & Osaka
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $1,335 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $1,335 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
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 for this trip to Japan.
- The currency is the Japanese yen (JPY), and Kyoto is 14 hours ahead of Richmond.
- The $1,335 fare leaves Richmond International (RIC) Saturday, Nov 14 at 3:34 PM. It lands at Kansai International (KIX) Monday, Nov 16 at 5:40 PM, after 63h 50m and 3 stops.
- The return leaves Monday, Nov 23 at 7:25 AM and lands at 9:09 PM the same day.
- All three hotels are room only. APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae and Naganoya have free cancellation, but hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo doesn't.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
It's $1,335 per person round trip, or $2,669 for two, all-in when we checked. The fare is on B6 + AC with 3 stops. Fares move, so check the live price before you decide.
Is there a faster flight?
Yes. We found United + ANA with 2 stops and a 25h 40m trip out, for $1,454 per person or $2,908 for two. It leaves Saturday, Nov 14 at 6:10 AM and lands Sunday, Nov 15 at 9:50 PM.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, Japan requires one. The trip covers 6,990 miles, and you can land at Kansai International (KIX) or Osaka Itami (ITM).
What is the weather like?
Seasonal normals show highs of 57–64°F and lows near 43°F, mostly overcast, with drizzle on Nov 16 and Nov 18. Pack layers and a light rain jacket for long temple walks.
Is 9 nights enough?
Yes, for Kyoto plus Osaka and Nara. Just know that on the $1,335 fare you land Monday, Nov 16, so you lose part of the trip to travel. The faster United + ANA option lands Sunday, Nov 15.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
Our rough budget is $6,700 for two: $2,670 for flights, $1,690 for APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae and $2,340 for spending, or $130 per person a day.
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