Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ): what you need to know
Kita Kyushu's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Kita Kyushu two hours behind Sydney.
Leave plenty of time to make your SYD to KKJ flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport. Haneda Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to KKJ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
Right now, R 6,599 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,098. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to KKJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
Consider staying at Toyoko Inn Kitakyushu Airport after touching down from your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport flight. It's a short drive from KKJ and a comfy option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kitakyushu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, バジェットレンタカー or Budget and explore beyond Kita Kyushu's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Kitakyushu Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) to central Kita Kyushu
You'll find KKJ at 6 Kuto Kitamachi, Kokuraminami Ward.
From Kitakyushu Airport, Kita Kyushu is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Kita Kyushu. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kitakyushu Airport for August if you want to go to Kita Kyushu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to KKJ in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kita Kyushu. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 402 kilometres east of Kita Kyushu, Kobe is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kobe Seabus Fantasy, Keikoin and Kagawa Prefecture Fisheries Cooperative Federation Osaka Branch Sales Division.
