Travelling from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): What you need to know
Kumamoto Airport is located in Kumamoto. The city runs on the UTC+9 timezone and is two hours behind Melbourne.
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 board your flight from Melbourne to KMJ.
Popular months like December or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're hoping to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to KMJ.
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to KMJ flight is a lot easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
Avalon Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near KMJ and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Kumamoto Airport rental car and discover Kumamoto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Nissan Rent a Car, Budget and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
KMJ is located at 1801 Oyatsu, Mashiki.
Getting from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to central Kumamoto
Kumamoto Airport to central Kumamoto is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
Currently, $674 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,277. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to KMJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. July is the quietest month to visit Kumamoto. January is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Melbourne to KMJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kumamoto to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kumamoto
Start your Kumamoto trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Kumamoto Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Kumamoto Castle and Sakura Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Kumamoto itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sakura Park.
Explore more of Japan
Kumamoto has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres north of Kumamoto, a visit to Shimonoseki will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Itsukushima Shrine, Lake Seiryu and Saimyoji.
Kanoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 161 kilometres south of Kumamoto. No trip is complete without seeing Kasuga Shrine, Kotokuji and Asahi Shrine.