Traveling from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo is 1 hour 48 minutes.
Kumamoto (the location of Kumamoto Airport) and Tokyo share the same timezone — UTC+9.
Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most popular route, with 142 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from KMJ to HND is with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 20:35. Go for the first departure operated by Japan Airlines at 07:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from KMJ to Tokyo. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Tokyo are available for booking. Haneda Airport (HND) is where you'll step off the plane.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo include:
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within Japan. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like an ID card or driver's license. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo.
KMJ is about 18 kilometers from central Kumamoto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to KMJ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Tokyo
$42 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo. Return flights start at $83. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from KMJ to Tokyo, book your trip 11 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometers from central Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometers from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from KMJ to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tokyo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from KMJ to Tokyo sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Tokyo and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Kumamoto Airport to Tokyo.