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Nestled off the southern coast of Japan lies the enchanting island of Yakushima, a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Renowned for its ancient cedar forest, blanketed in lush greenery and mystique, Yakushima offers a serene escape from the modern world. Home to diverse flora and fauna, including the famous Yakusugi cedar trees, this UNESCO World Heritage Site invites visitors to hike through moss-covered trails, relax on pristine beaches, or immerse themselves in the island's rich cultural heritage. With its unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility, Yakushima promises a truly unforgettable travel experience.
The cheapest month to fly to Yakushima is typically in January.
The popular airports near the city of Yakushima include Yakushima Airport, Kagoshima Airport, and Tanegashima Airport.
The flight to Yakushima (KUM) is roughly 10 hours 48 minutes and 4,642 miles (7,471 kilometres) from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
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Ancient cypress tree & pilgrimage site
Serene hiking area with wildlife & views
Remote, high mountain for hiking
Walking routes through thick forest
Protected islands & sacred mountains
Striking 88-m. double waterfall
Thermal springs in an ocean rock pool
Nesting turtles & views of a volcano
Museum dedicated to the Japanese cedar
Granite peak in a craggy national park
Giant granite boulder on a forested hill
Massive waterfall in a rocky valley
Hiking trails to a rocky summit
A huge tree with a heart-shaped hole
Mountaineering, nature, climbing and mountain
Mountaineering, ecotourism and mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Hot spring and nature
Beach
Revered tree in a forest of giant cedars
Nature and museum
Mountaineering, hot spring and nature
Park and garden
Mountaineering and mountain
Waterfall
Sea turtles and beach
Sea turtles, museum, turtles and loggerhead sea turtle
Garden and park and garden
Mountaineering
Nature
Mountaineering
Mountaineering
Nature
Beach and coral reef
Nature
Mountaineering, nature and mountain
Nature
Sea turtles
Park and garden
Mountaineering
Garden and park and garden
Mountain
Nature
Waterfall
Nature and beach
Nature and beach
Waterfall
Park and garden
Mountaineering
Average Temperature
15°C
Jan
16°C
Feb
18°C
Mar
21°C
Apr
25°C
May
27°C
Jun
31°C
Jul
31°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
25°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
17°C
Dec
Flights from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,642 miles (7,471 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane International Airport (BNE) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,258 miles (6,852 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 57 minutes.
Flights from Melbourne, Australia - All Airports (MEL) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,791 miles (7,710 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 8 minutes.
Flights from Perth, Australia - Perth International Airport (PER) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,413 miles (7,101 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from Cairns, Australia - Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,417 miles (5,499 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Adelaide, Australia - Adelaide International Airport (ADL) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,543 miles (7,311 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 35 minutes.
Flights from Darwin, Australia - Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,957 miles (4,759 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 4 minutes.
Flights from Gold Coast, Australia - Coolangatta Airport (OOL) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,317 miles (6,947 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Townsville, Australia - Townsville International Airport (TSV) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,593 miles (5,782 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Mount Isa, Australia - Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,576 miles (5,754 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 26 minutes.
Flights from Kununurra, Australia - Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,192 miles (5,137 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 35 minutes.
Flights from Newcastle, Australia - Williamtown Metropolitan Area Airport (NTL) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,580 miles (7,370 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Mackay, Australia - Mackay Airport (MKY) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,769 miles (6,065 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 52 minutes.
Flights from Hobart, Australia - Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,171 miles (8,322 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 59 minutes.
Flights from Launceston, Australia - Launceston Airport (LST) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,081 miles (8,177 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Cloncurry, Australia - Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,588 miles (5,774 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 28 minutes.
Flights from Paraburdoo, Australia - Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,798 miles (6,113 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 56 minutes.
Flights from Karratha, Australia - Karratha Airport (KTA) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,649 miles (5,873 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 36 minutes.
Flights from Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (KGI) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,270 miles (6,871 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 9 hours 59 minutes.
Flights from Learmonth, Australia - Learmonth Airport (LEA) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,798 miles (6,113 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 56 minutes.
Flights from Port Macquarie, Australia - Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,513 miles (7,263 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 31 minutes.
Flights from Port Hedland, Australia - Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,597 miles (5,789 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 8 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Canberra, Australia - Canberra Airport (CBR) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,696 miles (7,558 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 10 hours 56 minutes.
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