Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): what you need to know
Kumamoto is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to KMJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and KMJ:
Tokyo Haneda Airport
Incheon International Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport flight is R 4,755. A round-trip ticket is currently R 11,473. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to KMJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to KMJ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KMJ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Kumamoto Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Kumamoto and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kumamoto Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kumamoto in March.
The warmest month in Kumamoto is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kumamoto Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to KMJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Kumamoto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north-east of Kumamoto, a trip to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
