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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Niigata Airport? If you want to travel to Niigata Airport next month, return fares start from $1,179. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Niigata.$1,017 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and Ibex Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with Ibex Airlines, departs from Niigata on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Perth.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,017, select.

Niigata.$1,140 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Scoot and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,140, select.

Niigata.$1,179 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Ibex Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with Ibex Airlines, departs from Niigata on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,179, select.

Niigata.$1,232 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Sydney on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,232, select.

Niigata.$1,462 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,462, select.

Niigata.$1,484 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Perth.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,484, select.

Niigata.$1,880 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,880, select.

Niigata.$1,911 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Niigata on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,911, select.

Niigata.$2,243 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Brisbane on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Niigata on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,243, select.

Niigata.$2,245 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Brisbane on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Niigata.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Niigata on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,245, select.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Niigata?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Niigata. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,017.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Niigata?

The cheapest month to fly to Niigata is usually October.

How can I find the best flight deal to Niigata?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Niigata but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Niigata Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Niigata Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Niigata?

The best price we found for a return flight to Niigata is $1,017. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Niigata Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Niigata Airport is Saturday, 10 October 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Niigata?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Niigata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Niigata with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Niigata.

Flying to Niigata

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Cheapest flight found	$1,017
Cheapest month to fly	October

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How to find cheap flights to Niigata Airport (KIJ)

$1,016 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Niigata Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to KIJ, the lowest fare is $513.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to KIJ changes.
We recommend booking about 11 months before you plan to depart. This is when you're more likely to get the best price on tickets to Niigata, where Niigata Airport is located.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and broaden your search for cheap flights to Niigata. This will list all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Niigata Airport.

Best time to go to Niigata

You can usually hop on the cheapest flight to Niigata in April.
If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to KIJ.
Travel to Niigata in June if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to KIJ, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
Travel in April if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Niigata are often cheaper.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the type of conditions you want to get away in. Niigata is warmest in August, averaging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Ranging from -2ºC (28ºF) to 7ºC (45ºF), February sees the lowest temperatures.
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? May is the driest month in Niigata, averaging seven days of rain.
January brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 21 days of rainfall if that's when you're going.

Flying to Niigata Airport (KIJ): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and get to Niigata in a single journey. Book a direct flight to Niigata Airport with one of these leading airlines:
If you want to jet off with the most consistently on-time carrier, book your KIJ plane ticket with ANA (All Nippon Airways). Up to 83% of its flights into this hub land when expected.
The timezone at KIJ is UTC+9.
Hotel Nikko Niigata is a popular stay within easy reach of Niigata Airport. Put your feet up here after your flight to KIJ.
Touch down and take off again in a car hire in KIJ. Line up your ride with Nissan Rent a Car, Orix or NIPPON Rent A Car and explore parts of Niigata that most visitors tend to miss.
Flights departing from Niigata Airport touch down when expected 79% of the time. This percentage shows how the airport performs overall in terms of punctuality.

Getting to central Niigata from Niigata Airport (KIJ)

The distance from KIJ to central Niigata is about 11 kilometres.
You'll reach the centre in around 20 minutes if you're catching a cab or a ride-share after your flight to KIJ.
If you're eager to stay close to all the action in Niigata, unpack your bags at one of these comfortable options:

Niigata highlights

Put these popular attractions at the top of your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to Niigata:
- Suwa Shrine: Offering a classic introduction to everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 8 kilometres south of the centre.
- Fruit Gardem Shirone Grapes Garden: You'll discover this park roughly 10 kilometres south of the centre. It's a great place to take a breather while exploring Niigata.
- Shiokawa Sake Brewery: This will also make the highlight reel of your holiday. A top landmark, it's around 11 kilometres south-west of the centre of Niigata.

How to get to Nagaoka from Niigata Airport (KIJ)

Going to the nearby city of Nagaoka? It's about 72 kilometres from KIJ. Allow around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre in a cab or ride-share.

Travelling from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Yonezawa

Yonezawa is another city that you can easily reach from Niigata Airport. It's around 88 kilometres away.
It takes 2 hours 25 minutes or so to drive to Yonezawa.

Explore more of Japan

Japan has plenty more surprises in store. Venture on to Yokohama, located about 290 kilometres south of Niigata. Yokohama Minato Mirai 21, Pacifico Yokohama and Minato Mirai 21 are a few of its must-sees.
Another city in Japan that could easily become a favourite is Kawasaki. From Niigata, it's roughly 274 kilometres south and offers top sights like Tofuku-ji Temple and Keihin Fushimi Inari Shrine. Work in a visit to Daitoku-ji Temple too.
Expand your adventure to Saitama. Roughly 241 kilometres south of Niigata, Nara Park, Kichijoji and Sakura Park are reason enough to go.