Travelling from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Osaka's main airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM). Check out your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) taking off from either of these.
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 land.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Osaka to KMJ. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport? Stay somewhere close to Kansai International Airport, such as First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also have you moments from the departure gate.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, 67.95% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Planning to catch a flight from Itami Airport (ITM)? Direct Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Osaka to KMJ leaving from ITM include:
ANA is the go-to airline for bookings on the ITM to KMJ route.
Flights between Itami Airport and Kumamoto Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with ANA than with any other carrier.
The drive from central Osaka to ITM usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to KMJ flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Itami Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.41%.
The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Heading to UKB from the centre of Osaka? The airport is located around 40 kilometres away, and getting there takes about 45 minutes by car.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Osaka to Kumamoto Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Kobe Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving on time, UKB is a reliable starting point for your trip.
The address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KMJ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kumamoto Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, Budget or Avis to explore Kumamoto and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Osaka to Kumamoto Airport flight.
You'll find KMJ at 1801 Oyatsu, Mashiki.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
Currently, ₹ 5,452 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 11,003. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Osaka to KMJ, book your ticket five months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Osaka to Kumamoto Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ). June is when most people travel to Kumamoto. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in February.
Lock in an Osaka to KMJ flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kumamoto to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC.
More about Kumamoto
Start your Kumamoto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Kumamoto Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Kumamoto when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Kumamoto Castle followed by Sakura Park and Sakura Park.
Explore more of Japan
Hiroshima is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kumamoto. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park.
Around 137 kilometres south of Kumamoto, Kagoshima is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach.
