Flying from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport.
Fukuoka and Sendai are both in the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 27 Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your FUK to SDJ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport, so getting to Sendai (and then visiting more of Japan!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Fuji Dream Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the most punctual carrier that offers FUK to SDJ flights. An impressive 94.6% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between FUK and SDJ include:
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
Sapporo Chitose Airport
Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
$101 is currently the best price for a one-way Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport flight. Return flights start at $196. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from FUK to SDJ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FUK to SDJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport.
Handy information about Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Fukuoka Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart FUK reach their destination on time.
To get to Fukuoka Airport from central Fukuoka, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near FUK. Whether you have an early flight from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SDJ instead:
Pick up a Sendai Airport rental car and explore Sendai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sendai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
The street address for SDJ is 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Sendai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Sendai. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sendai. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Fukuoka Airport to Sendai Airport for August if you want to explore Sendai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FUK to SDJ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sendai. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 499 kilometres south-west of Sendai. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key reasons to visit.