Flying from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins 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 Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Osaka to Kagoshima Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kagoshima (where Kagoshima Airport is located) and Osaka share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) is the busiest route. Peach Aviation operates the earliest flight at 8:30am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from KIX to KOJ is with Peach Aviation at 3:25pm.
Your flight from Osaka to KOJ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX).
When leaving from KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport with Peach Aviation.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between KIX and KOJ is Peach Aviation.
To get to KIX from central Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes to drive the 48 kilometres or so.
If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another convenient option near Kansai International Airport.
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% arrive on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
You can book a direct Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flight ticket out of Itami Airport (ITM). Figure out if flying from ITM works better for your plans.
From ITM, direct flights from Osaka to KOJ are offered by JAL.
On the ITM to KOJ route, JAL is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
ANA ranks as the most punctual carrier operating flights between Itami Airport and Kagoshima Airport.
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to ITM from Osaka's centre in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to KOJ flight:
77.41% of flights out of Itami Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport leaving from Kobe Airport (UKB).
Fly out of UKB with Skymark Airlines. This trusted airline offers direct Osaka to KOJ flight tickets.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Skymark Airlines from UKB to KOJ.
With a reliable 87.5% of services arriving as scheduled, Skymark Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
On your way to UKB from central Osaka? The airport is located around 40 kilometres away, and getting there takes about 45 minutes by car.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Osaka to Kagoshima Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Kobe Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 85.15%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KOJ instead:
Explore without limits 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 see more of Kagoshima and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Osaka to Kagoshima Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for KOJ is Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport is ج.م. 1,635. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 3,269. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Osaka to KOJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). June is the most popular month to visit Kagoshima. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in an Osaka to KOJ flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kagoshima to range from 23ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 13ºC.
More about Kagoshima
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kagoshima right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Osaka to Kagoshima Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach are top attractions which should be on any good Kagoshima itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Kagoshima has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. About 209 kilometres north of Kagoshima, a visit to Fukuoka will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Itsukushima Shrine, teamLab Forest Fukuoka and Life-Size RX-93ff ν Gundam Statue.
Kumamoto is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 113 kilometres north of Kagoshima. No journey is complete without seeing Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Sakura Park.
