Travelling from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): what you need to know
Taipei has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Hop on a direct flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Kagoshima Airport is located in Kagoshima. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Taipei.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ), with 4 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to KOJ is the 08:05 China Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 08:15 with China Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Taipei to KOJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) operate out of this terminal.
China Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport jetting out of TPE.
The distance from central Taipei to TPE is approximately 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) operates direct flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ).
China Airlines has direct flights from Taipei to KOJ departing from TSA. Book your favourite aisle seat and reach your destination in one go.
Split up your flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Taipei Songshan Airport and KOJ are:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 19 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to KOJ? Kick back in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KOJ instead:
Getting from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to central Kagoshima
Kagoshima Airport to central Kagoshima is about 42 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
For a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport, $237 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $508. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Taipei to KOJ, book your trip 1 month before your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Kagoshima. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Kagoshima. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Taipei to KOJ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Kagoshima
After locking in your flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kagoshima:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sakurajima, Kagoshima Aquarium and Terukuni Shrine are attractions you won't want to skip in Kagoshima.
Complete your Kagoshima trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Kagoshima. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.