Travelling from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Amami Airport (ASJ): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport take 1 hour 8 minutes. Japan and Kagoshima share the same timezone (UTC+9), meaning you won't need to change your watch once you land.
Flights from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport start at 07:25 — the first with JAL. The last flight of the day is the 19:00 service with JAL. In total, there are 425 services every week between KOJ and ASJ.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between KOJ and ASJ:
Haneda Airport
Kikaiga Shima Airport
Itami Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Amami Airport (ASJ)
P2,269 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport. Return flights start from P4,502. These prices can change based on demand.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KOJ to ASJ.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from KOJ to ASJ every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport.
Handy information about Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Central Kagoshima to Kagoshima Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 42 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a convenient hotel near KOJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Amami Airport (ASJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ASJ:
Getting from Amami Airport (ASJ) to central Japan
Amami Airport to central Japan is around 1239 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When to fly to Amami Airport (ASJ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Japan. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Amami Airport for August if you'd like to explore Japan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19 ºC and 30 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3 ºC and 5 ºC. Search for cheap tickets from KOJ to ASJ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Japan
Of course, you'll want to include some sightseeing while visiting Japan. Toyama Glass Art Museum should be one of the top things on your must-see list.
Complete your Amami trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Amami Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Amami.