Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Asahikawa Airport (AKJ): what you need to know
Asahikawa's timezone is UTC+9, making Asahikawa two hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to AKJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport. Many travellers pass through Haneda Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport flight is RM1,448. A round-trip ticket is currently RM2,262. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to AKJ if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SYD:
Arriving at Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near AKJ:
Pick up an Asahikawa Airport rental car and discover Asahikawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Nissan Rent a Car and Rakuten are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Asahikawa Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) to central Asahikawa
The address for AKJ is Higashi 2 Sen, 16 Go9 8, Higashikagura.
From Asahikawa Airport, Asahikawa is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Asahikawa. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Asahikawa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Asahikawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and -3ºC (27ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to AKJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Asahikawa, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel about 113 kilometres south-west to Sapporo to check off its top sights. From Sapporo TV Tower to Odori Park and Hokkaido Shrine, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Japan, consider Akita, about 483 kilometres south-west of Asahikawa. Koizumigata Koen Tennis Court Chikaku Parking Lot, Buzaemonseki Water Park and Omachi Sanchome Gaiku Park are key highlights.