Flying from Tokyo to Niigata Airport (KIJ): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Niigata Airport (KIJ). Explore your options for leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT), two of the city's main airports.
Niigata (where Niigata Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to KIJ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it takes about 15 minutes to drive the 16 kilometres or so.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Niigata Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
73.52% of flights taking off from Haneda Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The drive from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 1 hour, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 64 kilometres.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to KIJ flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.53%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Niigata Airport (KIJ)
After your flight from Tokyo to Niigata Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Hotel Nikko Niigata is a good option that's an easy drive from KIJ.
Go where the road takes you with a Niigata Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, Orix or NIPPON Rent A Car and see more of Niigata and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Niigata Airport flight.
You'll find KIJ at 2350 Matsuhamacho.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Niigata Airport (KIJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Niigata Airport is ج.م. 4,464. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 9,765. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tokyo to KIJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Niigata Airport (KIJ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Niigata. June is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Niigata Airport (KIJ), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Niigata is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 34ºC. Book your Tokyo to KIJ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Niigata Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 7ºC.
More about Niigata
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Niigata Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Niigata:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Suwa Shrine, Science Museum and Shiokawa Sake Brewery are highlights which should be on any well-planned Niigata itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Niigata. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Pacifico Yokohama, Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 and Minato Mirai 21.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, head for Kawasaki, about 274 kilometres south of Niigata. Cherry Blossom Trees of Asao River, Tofuku-ji Temple and Keihin Fushimi Inari Shrine are highlights.
