Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Kagoshima is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SYD to KOJ flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SYD and KOJ:
Haneda Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
At the moment, Rs106,196 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs196,193. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to KOJ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to KOJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
If you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near KOJ:
Follow your own route with a Kagoshima Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, スカイレンタカー or Nissan Rent a Car and chase adventure across Kagoshima and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Kagoshima Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to central Kagoshima
KOJ is located at Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
Kagoshima Airport to central Kagoshima has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Kagoshima. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kagoshima Airport for August if you want to explore Kagoshima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to KOJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Kagoshima has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres north of Kagoshima, a trip to Fukuoka will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Fukuoka Castle, Ohori Park and Fukuoka Tower.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Japan, consider Hiroshima, about 354 kilometres north-east of Kagoshima. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle and The Atomic Bomb Dome are key reasons to visit.