Flying from London to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Kagoshima Airport is located in Kagoshima. The city is in the UTC+9 timezone and is nine hours ahead of London.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from London to KOJ. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're hoping to visit another city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Haneda Airport (HND) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to KOJ.
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to Kagoshima Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to KOJ flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Kagoshima Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Kagoshima Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KOJ instead:
Pick up a Kagoshima Airport rental car and explore Kagoshima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, スカイレンタカー and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your London to Kagoshima Airport flight.
KOJ is located at Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
R 7,878 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Kagoshima Airport. A return flight starts from R 14,907. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to KOJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
June is when most people book flights from London to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ). Plan your visit to Kagoshima in April for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your London to KOJ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kagoshima, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London 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
Start your Kagoshima trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Kagoshima Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Mt. Sakurajima, Sakurajima and Rainbow Beach are must-do's during your Kagoshima adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Fukuoka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kagoshima. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Itsukushima Shrine, teamLab Forest Fukuoka and Life-Size RX-93ff ν Gundam Statue.
Around 113 kilometres north of Kagoshima, Kumamoto is another favourite stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Sakura Park.
