Travelling from Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM): What you need to know
Start your trip at Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), the main airport in Osaka. Look for flights from Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM) that jet out of this terminal.
Osaka and Kumage District (where Yakushima Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Osaka to KUM.
Popular months like April or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Osaka, KIX can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Kansai International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Yakushima Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
73% of flights leaving from Kansai International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Prefer to leave from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)? Direct Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
JAL offers direct flights from Osaka to KUM departing from ITM. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
J-Air is the top choice for bookings on the ITM to KUM route.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is J-Air. Its Osaka Itami International Airport to Yakushima Airport flights arrive as scheduled 67.21% of the time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Osaka to ITM in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to KUM flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
UKB is roughly 32 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Osaka to Yakushima Airport flight:
UKB has an on-time performance rating of 82%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Yakushima Airport (KUM)
Book a hotel near KUM if you're catching a late flight from Osaka to Yakushima Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
The street address for KUM is Koseda 県道77号線.
Getting from Yakushima Airport (KUM) to central Kumage District
From Yakushima Airport, central Kumage District is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Yakushima Airport is $183. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $360. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Osaka to KUM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM)
March is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Yakushima Airport (KUM). Plan your visit to Kumage District in June if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Osaka to KUM plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kumage District to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Yakushima Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Kumage District
Start your Kumage District trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Yakushima Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Jōmon Sugi, Yaksushima Trecking, Jomon Japanese Cedar Course and Yakusugi Land are must-visits when exploring Kumage District.
Explore more of Japan
Kumage District has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Kumage District, a trip to Kumamoto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Suizenji Koen.
Isahaya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 290 kilometres north of Kumage District. No journey is complete without experiencing Honmyo River Cherry Blossom Levee, Karako Marsh Park Lotus Pond and Takamine Lookout.