Flying from Cheongju Airport (CJJ) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport.
Cheongju and Omitama are both in the UTC+9 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are three Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your CJJ to IBR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Getting to Omitama (and then seeing more of Japan!) is a breeze with Aero K Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport.
Aero K Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Handy information about Cheongju Airport (CJJ)
Of all flights departing from Cheongju Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Cheongju to Cheongju Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CJJ:
Arriving at Ibaraki Airport (IBR)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're touching down on a late Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport flight. SMA・MO inn Omitama is a good option near IBR. Or check in and relax at SMA MO inn Omitama before heading to your final destination.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Ibaraki Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Toyota Rent A Car, Rakuten or Hertz to explore Omitama and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Ibaraki Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
When to fly to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)
The quietest month for a flight from Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport is March, while October is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Omitama based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Cheongju Airport to Ibaraki Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Omitama, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CJJ to IBR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Omitama, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey about 80 kilometres south-west to Tokyo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Tokyo Skytree to Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Japan, head for Osaka, about 467 kilometres west of Omitama. Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are among its highlights.