Flying from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo is 1 hour 49 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Kagoshima (the location of Kagoshima Airport).
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most traveled route, with 169 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from KOJ to HND is with Japan Airlines at 20:50. Go for the first departure operated by Skymark Airlines at 07:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from KOJ to Tokyo.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Nonstop flights from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Tokyo are available for booking. Haneda Airport (HND) is where you'll step off the plane.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo include:
For a flight within Japan, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo, make sure your ID is up to date.
To get to KOJ from central Kagoshima, it'll take about 42 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to KOJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Tokyo
C$59 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$102. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from KOJ to Tokyo, book your journey 1 month before the departure date.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from KOJ to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tokyo, consider the pace you like to travel at.
When booking your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from KOJ to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After locking in your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Tokyo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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