Travelling from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ). Explore your options for setting off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), the city's main airports.
Book a direct Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Osaka and Amami (where Amami Oshima Airport is located) share the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
The most popular route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ). Choose from 3 direct services each week. Peach Aviation operates a 10:30am departure between KIX and ASJ.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Osaka to ASJ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like April. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport with Peach Aviation. This well-known airline operates departures from KIX.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Peach from KIX to ASJ.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Osaka, KIX can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Kansai International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kansai International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
You can book a direct Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ) plane ticket out of Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM). See if flying from ITM works better for your plans.
JAL operates direct flights from Osaka to ASJ leaving from ITM. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
On the ITM to ASJ route, J-Air is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
J-Air is the most reliable carrier flying from Osaka Itami International Airport to Amami Oshima Airport, with 77.92% of its services arriving as planned.
You can get to ITM from the centre of Osaka in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to ASJ flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 83% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
From the centre of Osaka, UKB is around 32 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Kobe Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 82%. This means most of its flights reach their destination as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ)
Book a hotel close to ASJ if you have a late flight from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport flight.
ASJ is located at 2231 Kasaricho Oaza Manya.
Getting from Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ) to central Amami
Amami Oshima Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amami. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport (ASJ)
R 731 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,569. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Osaka to ASJ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport ticket.
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More about Amami
Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Amami Oshima Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amami:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Amami when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Takachiho Shrine followed by White Sugar Factory Ruins and Tangyo Falls Observation Deck.
