Aso-Kumamoto Airport in the volcanic heart of central Kyushu
Kumamoto Airport, also branded Aso-Kumamoto, lies about 20 km northeast of Kumamoto city near Mashiki, on the Aso plateau. ANA, JAL, Solaseed Air, Jetstar Japan and FDA operate domestic services to Tokyo Haneda, Osaka Itami, Nagoya Komaki, Naha and Sapporo. A new terminal opened in 2023, and limited international links serve Seoul, Hong Kong and Taipei via JEJU Air, HK Express and EVA Air seasonally.
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Airlines flying from Kumamoto (KMJ)
Major carriers: ANA, JAL, Solaseed Air, Fuji Dream Airlines, Jetstar Japan.
Low-cost carriers: Jetstar Japan, Jeju Air, HK Express.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kumamoto?
February and the first half of June, plus late November, deliver the cheapest KMJ fares on both domestic and Seoul routes. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap surfaces the cheapest week within each month, helping avoid Japanese public-holiday spikes that hit KMJ-HND hard.
Which airlines fly out of KMJ?
ANA, JAL and Solaseed Air operate the trunk Tokyo Haneda and Osaka Itami routes; Fuji Dream flies to Nagoya Komaki; Jetstar Japan adds budget Narita service. International seasonal links use Jeju Air, HK Express and EVA Air. Flightmussy lists all of them without signup.
How far is Kumamoto Airport from central Kumamoto?
The airport sits roughly 20 km northeast of Kumamoto city, near Mashiki. Limousine buses run from the terminal to Kumamoto Station and central Sakuramachi in about 50-60 minutes, and taxis cover the route in 35-45 minutes depending on traffic on Route 57.
How early should I book a flight from KMJ?
For domestic Japanese trunk routes, 6-8 weeks ahead typically gets the best ANA and JAL fares, while LCC seats often appear cheaper at 10-12 weeks. Flightmussy is free and no-signup, so daily rechecks plus the 12-month heatmap make timing the booking straightforward.
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