Flying from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Explore your options for setting off from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 49 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport.
Kagoshima (where Kagoshima Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from Haneda Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ), with 171 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HND to KOJ is the 06:25 Japan Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 19:30 with Japan Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to KOJ.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) operate out of this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport leaving from HND. Head off on your trip with any of these:
From central Tokyo, HND is approximately 16 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Planning to leave from Narita International Airport (NRT)? You can reserve a direct flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) out of this hub.
From NRT, direct flights from Tokyo to KOJ are available with Jetstar Japan.
NRT is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 58 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to KOJ:
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KOJ:
Getting from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to central Kagoshima
Kagoshima Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Kagoshima. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Book a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport from 34 € or travel return from just 68 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Tokyo to KOJ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
June is the most popular month to catch a flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Kagoshima, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from Tokyo to KOJ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kagoshima, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 13ºC.
More about Kagoshima
After locking in your flight from Tokyo to Kagoshima Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kagoshima:
Sakurajima and Kagoshima Aquarium are just two of the big attractions to put on your Kagoshima itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Terukuni Shrine.
Complete your Kagoshima trip with a car rental
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