Flying from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seoul. Check out your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when reserving your flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ).
1 hour 30 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport.
Kumamoto's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Seoul. Kumamoto Airport is located in Kumamoto.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with T'way Air at 07:55. Choose the first ICN to KMJ departure with T'way Air at 07:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Seoul to KMJ.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Planning to leave from Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) out of this popular hub.
From GMP, direct flights from Seoul to KMJ are offered by T'way Air.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Gimpo International Airport and KMJ:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
From central Seoul, GMP is roughly 16 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, find out if public transport is available or if driving is more convenient.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Seoul to KMJ, stay in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
About Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KMJ instead:
Getting from Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to central Kumamoto
Kumamoto Airport to the centre of Kumamoto is about 38 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
R 721 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport. Return flights start from R 1,777. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Seoul to KMJ when you book 7 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
February is the quietest time to fly to Kumamoto. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Seoul to KMJ for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kumamoto to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
More about Kumamoto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kumamoto right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport:
Kumamoto Castle and Shimada Museum of Arts are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Kumamoto travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Kumamoto City Museum.
Complete your Kumamoto trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Kumamoto Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Kumamoto. Explore the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.