Flying from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is two hours ahead of Kagoshima and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KOJ to SYD flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KOJ and SYD:
Haneda Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Currently, RM1,218 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,593. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KOJ to SYD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
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Handy information about Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
KOJ's address is Mizobechofumoto 国道504号線, Kirishima.
Kagoshima Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.65% of flights that take off from KOJ reach their destination without delay.
To reach Kagoshima Airport from central Kagoshima, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near KOJ. Whether you have an early flight from Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel close to SYD if you're on a late Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kagoshima Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KOJ to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.