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Find cheap flights to Matsumoto in 2026/2027 from $2,261 This is the cheapest return flight found to Matsumoto from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on September 12th 2026 at 07:25. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Matsumoto and visit sites like Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi, Mount Hotaka & Matsumoto City Museum of Art.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Matsumoto in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, October is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Matsumoto.
You can get flights from $2,263 return.
According to our data, December is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Matsumoto.
A return flight could set you back more than $3,604.
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.
A good price for a flight to Matsumoto is $2035 - $2487.
The popular airports near Matsumoto are Nagano Airport (RJAF), Toyama Airport (RJNT), and Komatsu Airport (RJNK).
The flight to Matsumoto (MMJ) is roughly 12 hours 54 minutes and 5,580 miles (8,980 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).
The best way is to compare flights to Matsumoto from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Matsumoto.
Here is the average weather forecast in Matsumoto by month:
• Jan: 5°C
• Feb: 6°C
• Mar: 11°C
• Apr: 18°C
• May: 23°C
• Jun: 26°C
• Jul: 29°C
• Aug: 31°C
• Sep: 26°C
• Oct: 19°C
• Nov: 14°C
• Dec: 8°C
The main airport in Matsumoto, Matsumoto Airport, is located approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Matsumoto 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Matsumoto are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
20.1 °C
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
Average Temperature
5°C
Jan
6°C
Feb
11°C
Mar
18°C
Apr
23°C
May
26°C
Jun
29°C
Jul
31°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
19°C
Oct
14°C
Nov
8°C
Dec
Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,580 miles (8,980 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 54 minutes)
Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,918 miles (9,523 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 39 minutes)
Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,841 miles (9,400 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 28 minutes)
Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,931 miles (9,544 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 40 minutes)
Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
6,017 miles (9,684 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 52 minutes)
Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,719 miles (9,204 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 12 minutes)
Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,767 miles (9,281 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 18 minutes)
Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,835 miles (9,390 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 27 minutes)
Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,646 miles (9,087 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 2 minutes)
Kerikeri, New Zealand - 12 miles from Kaikohe - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,451 miles (8,772 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 36 minutes)
Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,422 miles (8,726 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 32 minutes)
New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,685 miles (9,149 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 7 minutes)
Napier-Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,784 miles (9,308 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 21 minutes)
Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,800 miles (9,334 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 23 minutes)
Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
6,010 miles (9,672 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 51 minutes)
Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,801 miles (9,336 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 23 minutes)
Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,688 miles (9,154 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 8 minutes)
Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,658 miles (9,106 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 4 minutes)
Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,938 miles (9,557 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 41 minutes)
Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,829 miles (9,381 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 27 minutes)
Whakatane, New Zealand - Whakatāne Airport (WHK) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,693 miles (9,162 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 9 minutes)
Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,494 miles (8,841 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 42 minutes)
Westport, New Zealand - Westport Airport (WSZ) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
5,788 miles (9,315 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 21 minutes)
From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $2,261
Depart: 27 Oct 2026 · Return: 03 Nov 2026 Price found 12 Sep 2026, 07:25
From Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $2,323
Depart: 23 Oct 2026 · Return: 30 Oct 2026 Price found 08 Sep 2026, 06:11
From Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $2,507
Depart: 20 Oct 2026 · Return: 27 Oct 2026 Price found 05 Sep 2026, 03:51
From Napier-Hastings (NPE), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $2,855
Depart: 26 Oct 2026 · Return: 02 Nov 2026 Price found 11 Sep 2026, 23:45
From Nelson (NSN), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $3,096
Depart: 21 Oct 2026 · Return: 28 Oct 2026 Price found 06 Sep 2026, 02:51
From Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $3,601
Depart: 10 Dec 2026 · Return: 19 Mar 2027 Price found 07 Sep 2026, 09:33
From Palmerston North (PMR), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $3,619
Depart: 11 Oct 2026 · Return: 17 Oct 2026 Price found 11 Sep 2026, 03:50
From Hamilton (HLZ), New Zealand to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): $5,122
Depart: 21 Oct 2026 · Return: 28 Oct 2026 Price found 06 Sep 2026, 04:53
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