Travelling from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): What you need to know
Seoul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) heading out from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Seoul to Kagoshima Airport flight.
Kagoshima's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul. Kagoshima Airport is located in Kagoshima.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from ICN to KOJ on Korean Air's 8:45am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seoul to KOJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) leave from this terminal.
Korean Air is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport departing from ICN.
The top choice among passengers flying between ICN and KOJ is Korean Air.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Korean Air. Its services land without delay 77.05% of the time.
From the centre of Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Incheon International Airport:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 54.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport. Haneda Airport (HND) is one of the options between Gimpo International Airport and KOJ.
GMP is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the quickest way to arrive at your terminal.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seoul to KOJ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
75.94% of flights out of Gimpo International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Book a hotel near KOJ if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kagoshima Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, スカイレンタカー or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Kagoshima's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Seoul to Kagoshima Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
The street address for KOJ is Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
At the moment, $62 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $138. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seoul to KOJ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Kagoshima. June is when most people book flights from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Seoul to KOJ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Kagoshima, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Kagoshima
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Kagoshima Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kagoshima:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach are leading attractions which should feature on any good Kagoshima itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Fukuoka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Kagoshima. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Itsukushima Shrine, teamLab Forest Fukuoka and Life-Size RX-93ff ν Gundam Statue.
Kumamoto is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 113 kilometres north of Kagoshima. No journey is complete without experiencing Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Sakura Park.