Planning a trip to Japan in 2027? Air India is set to launch non-stop flights between Delhi and Osaka from February 2027, offering travellers a direct connection to one of Japan’s popular tourist destinations. The airline will operate four flights a week on the new route using its Boeing 787-8 aircraft. (Image: Instagram/@airindia)
Osaka will become Air India’s second destination in Japan after Tokyo. The new service will also make it easier for Indian travellers to explore the Kansai region, which includes popular destinations such as Kyoto, Nara and Kobe. (Image: Instagram/@airindia)
Air India will begin operating non-stop flights between Delhi and Osaka on February 2, 2027. The service will connect Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi with Kansai International Airport in Osaka. The route is expected to benefit both leisure and business travellers looking for a direct connection between India and Japan. (Image: Ethan Sarkar/Pexels)
Air India will operate four flights a week on the Delhi-Osaka route. The service will provide travellers with additional flexibility when planning their Japan holidays. (Image: Go Journal/Pexels)
The outbound flight, AI360, will depart Delhi at 10:50 pm and arrive in Osaka at 9:50 am the following day. The return flight, AI359, will depart Osaka at 11:50 am and arrive in Delhi at 6:20 pm. (Image: Luca Sammarco/Pexels)
The airline will deploy its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on this route. The aircraft will feature 18 full-flat beds in Business Class and 241 seats in Economy Class. The late-night departure from Delhi will allow passengers to reach Osaka the following morning, giving them the option to plan sightseeing or onward travel after arrival, depending on their hotel check-in time and other arrangements. (Image: Air India)
Travellers can check fares and availability through Air India’s official website and mobile app. Bookings can also be made through the airline’s customer contact centre, airport ticketing offices and travel agents. (Image: Air India)
Osaka is known for its food culture, shopping districts and lively nightlife. Visitors can explore Dotonbori, famous for its neon signs and street food, visit Osaka Castle or spend a day at Universal Studios Japan. The city is also a convenient base for exploring other parts of Japan’s Kansai region. Travellers can plan day trips to Kyoto, known for its temples and traditional streets, or Nara, famous for its historic sites and free-roaming deer. (Image: Luca Sammarco/Pexels)