Flying from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) jetting off from either of these.
Take a direct flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport and you'll be in the air for around 59 minutes.
Yamagata (where Yamagata Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Haneda Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) is the most popular route. There are 103 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Japan Airlines at 17:40. Opt for the first HND to GAJ departure with Japan Airlines at 07:15 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tokyo to GAJ.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) depart from this terminal.
If you plan to leave from HND, you can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport with Japan Airlines.
From the centre of Tokyo, HND is around 16 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)? Browse the fares flying out of Narita International Airport (NRT).
NRT is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 58 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to GAJ:
About Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
Consider booking a hotel near GAJ if you're taking a late flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to central Yamagata
Yamagata Airport to the centre of Yamagata takes around 28 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport from $109 or travel return from just $218. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Get flight tickets from Tokyo to GAJ by booking at least 2 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport, plan your trip for November (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Yamagata. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Tokyo to GAJ for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Yamagata to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Yamagata
Start your Yamagata trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Bunshokan and Yamagata Castle Sannomaru Mound are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Yamagata must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Gassan Park.
Complete your Yamagata trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Yamagata. Check out the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.