Travelling from Kobe Airport (UKB) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which is the same as Osaka.
Flights from UKB to HND start from 07:05 — the first with ANA. The last service of the day is at 21:15 with ANA. Overall, there are 53 weekly Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your UKB to HND flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Tokyo (and then seeing more of Japan!) is a cinch with Skymark Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Skymark Airlines on this route.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the most punctual carrier that operates UKB to HND flights. A reliable 86.07% of its departures on this route land on time.
Handy information about Kobe Airport (UKB)
The address for UKB is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
81% of flights departing from Kobe Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of UKB.
Central Osaka to Kobe Airport is approximately 32 kms (20 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to UKB? If you've booked an early flight from Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Pick up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Haneda Airport to central Tokyo has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kms (12 miles) away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tokyo in March.
When reserving your flight from Kobe Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from UKB to HND in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. About 402 kms (250 miles) west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.