Travelling from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Taipei. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) jetting off from here.
2 hours is the average travel time for a direct Taipei to Kagoshima Airport flight.
Kagoshima Airport is located in Kagoshima. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Taipei.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Choose from 3 direct services each week. China Airlines operates a 8:05am departure between TPE and KOJ.
Arrive at 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 skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Book your direct flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport with China Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from TPE.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between TPE and KOJ is China Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, China Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
TPE is around 40 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
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 staying at one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to KOJ flight:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 92% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
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. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KOJ instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Taipei to Kagoshima Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find KOJ at Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
Getting from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to central Kagoshima
The centre of Kagoshima is about 27 kilometres from Kagoshima Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport is $177. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $459. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Taipei to KOJ.
The best month for scoring cheap Taipei to Kagoshima Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
January is when most people book flights from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Plan your visit to Kagoshima in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kagoshima is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Taipei to KOJ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Kagoshima
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kagoshima right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Kagoshima Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Kagoshima when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Mt. Sakurajima followed by Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach.
Explore more of Japan
Kumamoto is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kagoshima. Around 113 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Suizenji Koen.
Shimonoseki is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres north of Kagoshima. No journey is complete without a visit to Itsukushima Shrine, Jinjoji and Tokusen no Taki Fall.