Travelling from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
The average length of a direct flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Kagoshima (where Kagoshima Airport is located) and Seoul share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 6 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) is the busiest route. Korean Air operates the earliest flight at 08:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from ICN to KOJ is with Korean Air at 09:20.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Seoul to KOJ.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)? Browse the fares leaving from Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Korean Air offers direct flights from Seoul to KOJ leaving from GMP. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in one go.
Split up your flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and KOJ are:
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is roughly 16 kilometres. Consider the available transport options and potential delays when planning the quickest way to get to the airport.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to KOJ? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KOJ:
Getting from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to central Kagoshima
From Kagoshima Airport, Kagoshima is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 42 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport is C$186. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$271. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in flight tickets from Seoul to KOJ by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
April is the quietest time to travel to Kagoshima. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport.
Before booking a flight from Seoul to KOJ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kagoshima, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kagoshima
Start your Kagoshima trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sakurajima, Kagoshima Aquarium and Terukuni Shrine are attractions you won't want to skip in Kagoshima.
Complete your Kagoshima trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Kagoshima. Explore the offers and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
