Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
The timezone in Fukuoka is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to FUK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SYD and FUK include:
Tokyo Haneda Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight is R 5,279. A return ticket is currently R 9,766. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to FUK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney Airport, 66% land on time at their destination.
Sydney Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Reserve a hotel close to FUK if you're catching a late Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fukuoka and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Fukuoka Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Fukuoka Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Fukuoka. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
April is the busiest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Fukuoka in March.
The warmest month in Fukuoka is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sydney Airport to Fukuoka Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to FUK in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Fukuoka, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey around 483 kilometres east to Osaka to tick off its popular sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Japan, consider Kumamoto, roughly 88 kilometres south of Fukuoka. Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Suizenji Koen are among the biggest draws.