Cheap flights from Nankoku (KCZ)

Shikoku's southern gateway, named for Sakamoto Ryoma

Kochi Ryoma Airport is in Nankoku city, about 12 km east of central Kochi on the southern coast of Shikoku island. Named after local hero Sakamoto Ryoma, it serves as the main air gateway for Kochi prefecture. JAL, ANA, Jetstar Japan and Fuji Dream Airlines run domestic flights to Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka.

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Airlines flying from Nankoku (KCZ)

Major carriers: Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Fuji Dream Airlines. Low-cost carriers: Jetstar Japan.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Kochi Airport from the city center?
KCZ is about 12 km east of central Kochi in Nankoku. The airport limousine bus reaches Kochi Station and Harimaya-bashi in roughly 30 minutes and runs in time with most flights. Taxis are also straightforward, costing around 4,000 to 5,000 yen depending on traffic.
Which airlines fly from Kochi?
JAL and ANA cover the Tokyo Haneda and Osaka Itami trunk routes with multiple daily flights. Fuji Dream Airlines connects Nagoya Komaki, and Jetstar Japan runs to Tokyo Narita at LCC fares. Flightmussy compares all of these in one search and surfaces sale fares from Jetstar when they appear.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Kochi to Tokyo?
Late January through February and the weeks after Golden Week are typically softest on KCZ-Tokyo routes. Cherry blossom and Obon spike sharply. Jetstar Japan often runs sales 6 to 10 weeks out, and Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap shows these dips at a glance, free.
Is there a direct flight from Kochi to Fukuoka?
Direct service to Fukuoka is limited, with most travellers connecting via Osaka Itami. Flightmussy includes connections in its results so you can see total journey time alongside fare. The Setouchi route by ferry-and-train is also viable for less time-sensitive travellers.

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