Flying from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ).
Kumamoto Airport is located in Kumamoto. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 2 hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to KMJ, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to KMJ is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
From central Melbourne, MEL is around 24 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KMJ:
Getting from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to central Kumamoto
From Kumamoto Airport, Kumamoto is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 38 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport, 297 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from 773 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to KMJ if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Melbourne to KMJ.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Kumamoto. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kumamoto. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to KMJ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kumamoto
Start your Kumamoto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Kumamoto is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Kumamoto Castle, Shimada Museum of Arts and Kumamoto City Museum.
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