Travelling from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka: what you need to know
Osaka and Kumamoto (where Kumamoto Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from KMJ to Osaka.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can reserve a direct flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka. Start your journey at KMJ and land at Itami Airport (ITM).
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka. Reserve your trip with one of these:
For a domestic flight within Japan, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, make sure your ID is up to date.
KMJ is around 18 kilometres from central Kumamoto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to KMJ? If you've booked an early flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka
C$80 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$174. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from KMJ to Osaka, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KIX:
Itami Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 18 minutes by car. Central Osaka is approximately 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).
After your flight from KMJ to Osaka, kick back at a hotel near ITM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Osaka
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Osaka, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Book your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from KMJ to Osaka in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
Once you've booked your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
Osaka Castle and Dotonbori are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Osaka must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Japan.
Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Osaka and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Kumamoto Airport to Osaka.
