Osaka to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk flights
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk lies 1,491 km (927 mi) north of Osaka, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 40 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Osaka | Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Russia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 198,973 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 48 m (157 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+11 (Asia/Sakhalin) |
| Nearest large airport | ITM, 11 km out | UUS, 8 km out |
Clocks in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk are 2 h ahead of Osaka right now, so a 2 h 40 min journey lands 4 h 40 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Crossing from Japan into Russia: money changes from the Yen to the Ruble (RUB); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Osaka
Osaka is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,840 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Kobe Airport (UKB, 26 km), Kansai International Airport (KIX, 38 km).
Arriving in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport (UUS), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport | UUS | 8 km (5 mi) | 11,155 ft | 59 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk from Osaka?
1,491 km (927 mi) in a straight line, north of Osaka.
How long does it take to get from Osaka to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk by air?
About 2 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Osaka and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Sakhalin against Asia/Tokyo).
Which airports are used for Osaka to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk flights?
Typically Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM) to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk International Airport (UUS).
What currency do I need in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.