Flying from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport takes on average 1 hour 32 minutes. Okinawa's timezone is UTC+9 — the same as Kagoshima.
Every week, there are 17 flights from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, select the 07:25 ANA flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from KOJ to OKA is 19:50 with ANA.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between KOJ and OKA:
Itami Airport
Fukuoka Airport
Chubu Centrair International Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within Japan. You will need a valid proof of identity though, such as a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from KOJ to OKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Naha Airport (OKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport is $53. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $143. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KOJ to OKA.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Kagoshima Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from central Kagoshima. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 42 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near KOJ? If you're catching an early flight from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near OKA instead:
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
Naha Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from central Okinawa. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 43 minutes.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Okinawa in February.
When reserving your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Naha Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Okinawa, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from KOJ to OKA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Okinawa
After locking in your flights from KOJ to OKA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Okinawa. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. 越来グスク, Minamitobarukominkan Park and Awase polder are attractions you won't want to skip in Okinawa.
Complete your Okinawa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Naha Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Okinawa.