Flights to Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture from NT$2,474

Kofu is served by a single airport, Matsumoto (MMJ-Shinshu - Matsumoto).

Kofu is serviced by 31 airlines from 85 airports across the globe.

In general, travelers opt to fly with ANA, JAL and Skymark Airlines when heading off to Kofu. The majority of these flights depart from Fukuoka, with ANA operating this route the most frequently.

With around 4,134 nonstop flights running each week, you’ll be landing in Kofu before you can say, “Are we there yet?”

Flights to Kofu from Fukuoka, Naha and Itami airports are always popular.

Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you’ll get to enjoy. From Fukuoka to Kofu, the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes. From Chitose it’s around 1 hour and 40 minutes, and from Naha it’s 2 hours and 15 minutes.

We’ve all come across those jet-setters who manage to land incredibly cheap plane tickets whenever they fly. Want to know how to do it for your Kofu vacation? Don’t leave it until the last moment to lock in your flight. Don’t stop there, though. Do some research and check if there are a couple of airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on the airport you use. Don’t forget to compare fares across airlines too. Last of all, another easy way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you find an amazing bargain, don’t hesitate — grab it while the opportunity’s there.

If you’re not prepared, traveling can be testing. But don’t hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips for a stress-free start to your time in Kofu.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• It’s easy — first, put in your passport, travel docs, wallet and medications. Next, you’ll need some extra in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy book and a tablet crammed with your favorite movies are some wonderful options. If you hope to catch more than just forty winks, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, leave space for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes to ensure you touchdown feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don’t have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, like aerosols and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of an aircraft are no fashion runway. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and take a cardigan as the temperature can drop in the cabin. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a good choice.
• Unfortunately, a risk of flying long-haul is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To avoid this, take every opportunity to stretch your legs and walk around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help minimize this risk.

The simple answer is — be prepared. We’ve put together some top tips for a speedy trip through airport security. Look out Kofu, here you come:

• Your travel documents and ID will need to be inspected by airport security personnel. Have them easily accessible so you don’t have to dig around for them.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your coat, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. No need to worry though, you’ll be back online soon enough.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several precious minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Airlines won’t allow any sharp objects to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked baggage.