Flying from Haneda Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 59 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport. Tokyo and Yamagata share the same timezone — UTC+9.
Flights from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport start at 07:15 — the first with JAL. The last flight of the day is the 19:15 service with JAL. Overall, you can take your pick of 103 weekly services from HND to GAJ.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Visiting Yamagata (and then discovering more of Japan!) is easy with JAL. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport. To see the options, simply deselect 'Direct flights only.' Itami Airport is a popular stopover on the HND to GAJ route.
After booking your cheap ticket from HND to GAJ, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within Japan. As long as you have another proof of identity, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Haneda Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport is RM288. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM587. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HND to GAJ, book your trip 3 months ahead of your departure.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from HND to GAJ every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport.
Handy information about Haneda Airport (HND)
Central Tokyo to Haneda Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 16 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After an easy way to start to your holiday? Stay near HND. Whether you're taking an early flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
Book a hotel close to GAJ if you're taking a late flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to central Yamagata
Yamagata Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Yamagata. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When to fly to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Yamagata based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Haneda Airport to Yamagata Airport for August if you'd like to visit Yamagata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HND to GAJ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Yamagata
Once you've booked your flights from HND to GAJ, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Yamagata. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Bunshokan and Yamagata Castle Sannomaru Mound are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Yamagata to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Gassan Park.
Complete your Yamagata trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Yamagata Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Yamagata.