Travelling from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): What you need to know
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is Taipei's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Taipei to Kumamoto Airport flight.
The timezone in Kumamoto is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taipei. Kumamoto Airport is located in Kumamoto.
With 12 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) is the busiest route. Starlux Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:30am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from TPE to KMJ is with China Airlines at 2:30pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Taipei to KMJ, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Get to your destination in one go from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Direct flights from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) are available from here.
Starlux Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport leaving from TPE.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with STARLUX Airlines from TPE to KMJ.
With 79.07% of services landing as planned, China Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
73% of flights taking off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to KMJ flight:
Taipei Songshan Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 92% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
Have a late flight from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near KMJ and turn in quicker:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks before your Taipei to Kumamoto Airport flight.
The street address for KMJ is 1801 Oyatsu, Mashiki.
Getting from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to central Kumamoto
Kumamoto Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Kumamoto. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport is $195. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $419. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Taipei to KMJ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Taipei to Kumamoto Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ). January is when most people travel to Kumamoto. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
When booking your Taipei to KMJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Kumamoto, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Kumamoto
After booking your flight from Taipei to Kumamoto Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kumamoto:
Your Kumamoto visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Suizenji Koen.
Explore more of Japan
Kumamoto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres north of Kumamoto, a trip to Shimonoseki will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Itsukushima Shrine, Jinjoji and Tokusen no Taki Fall.
Kanoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 161 kilometres south of Kumamoto. No trip is complete without seeing Kanoya Rose Garden, Kanoya Air Base Museum and Mt. Takakuma Range.