Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Okayama Airport (OKJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Okayama is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to OKJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and OKJ:
Haneda Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Okayama Airport (OKJ)
$824 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,160. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to OKJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Okayama Airport (OKJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OKJ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Okayama Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, NIPPON Rent A Car or Toyota Rent A Car and explore beyond Okayama's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Okayama Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Okayama Airport (OKJ) to central Okayama
OKJ is located at Nichioji 県道61号線, Kita Ward.
From Okayama Airport, Okayama is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Okayama Airport (OKJ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Okayama in February.
The warmest month in Okayama is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Okayama Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to OKJ in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
Okayama is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres east of Okayama, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 274 kilometres east of Okayama, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
