Nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps, Matsumoto is a charming city known for its historic Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan's oldest and most well-preserved castles. With a backdrop of majestic mountains and a tranquil atmosphere, Matsumoto offers visitors a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Explore quaint streets lined with traditional wooden houses, vibrant markets selling local crafts and delicious cuisine, and picturesque cherry blossom gardens. Whether admiring the stunning views from the castle's keep or soaking in a relaxing hot spring bath, Matsumoto promises a memorable experience that captures the essence of old-world Japan.
The cheapest month to fly to Matsumoto is usually in January or February.
The best price we found is for $981 from Sydney to Matsumoto.
Some popular airlines include: VietJet Air, Jetstar, Fuji Dream Airlines.
A good price for a flight to Matsumoto is $883 - $1079.
The popular airports near Matsumoto are Nagano Airport (RJAF), Toyama Airport (RJNT), and Komatsu Airport (RJNK).
The flight to Matsumoto (MMJ) is roughly 11 hours 25 minutes and 4,919 miles (7,917 kilometres) from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
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Flights from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,919 miles (7,917 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane International Airport (BNE) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,501 miles (7,244 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from Melbourne, Australia - All Airports (MEL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,121 miles (8,241 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 52 minutes.
Flights from Perth, Australia - Perth International Airport (PER) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,916 miles (7,911 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from Cairns, Australia - Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,701 miles (5,956 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 43 minutes.
Flights from Adelaide, Australia - Adelaide International Airport (ADL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,914 miles (7,908 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 25 minutes.
Flights from Darwin, Australia - Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,388 miles (5,452 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 1 minute.
Flights from Gold Coast, Australia - Coolangatta Airport (OOL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,559 miles (7,337 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 37 minutes.
Flights from Townsville, Australia - Townsville International Airport (TSV) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,872 miles (6,232 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Mount Isa, Australia - Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,928 miles (6,321 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 13 minutes.
Flights from Kununurra, Australia - Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,639 miles (5,857 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 35 minutes.
Flights from Newcastle, Australia - Williamtown Metropolitan Area Airport (NTL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,849 miles (7,804 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 16 minutes.
Flights from Mackay, Australia - Mackay Airport (MKY) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,029 miles (6,485 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 27 minutes.
Flights from Hobart, Australia - Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,492 miles (8,838 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 42 minutes.
Flights from Launceston, Australia - Launceston Airport (LST) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,401 miles (8,693 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from Cloncurry, Australia - Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,931 miles (6,326 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 14 minutes.
Flights from Paraburdoo, Australia - Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,306 miles (6,930 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 4 minutes.
Flights from Karratha, Australia - Karratha Airport (KTA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,166 miles (6,704 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (KGI) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,748 miles (7,641 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 3 minutes.
Flights from Learmonth, Australia - Learmonth Airport (LEA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,325 miles (6,961 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Port Macquarie, Australia - Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,770 miles (7,677 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Port Hedland, Australia - Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,105 miles (6,607 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 37 minutes.
Flights from Canberra, Australia - Canberra Airport (CBR) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,991 miles (8,033 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 35 minutes.
From Sydney (SYD), Australia to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $981
Depart: 13 Jun 2024 · Return: 19 Jun 2024 Price found 14 May 2024, 19:15
From Cairns (CNS), Australia to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $1,050
Depart: 08 Jun 2024 · Return: 14 Jun 2024 Price found 14 May 2024, 19:24
From Brisbane (BNE), Australia to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $1,070
Depart: 06 Jun 2024 · Return: 12 Jun 2024 Price found 14 May 2024, 19:10
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