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 12 hours 51 minutes and 5,559 miles (8,946 kilometres) from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
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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
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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 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,559 miles (8,946 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 51 minutes.
Flights from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,030 miles (8,095 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Dammam, Saudi Arabia - King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,811 miles (7,742 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 11 minutes.
Flights from Madinah, Saudi Arabia - Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Medina Airport (MED) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,433 miles (8,743 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 34 minutes.
Flights from Gassim, Saudi Arabia - Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,152 miles (8,291 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 56 minutes.
Flights from Taif, Saudi Arabia - Taif Airport (TIF) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,487 miles (8,831 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Yanbu al Bahr, Saudi Arabia - Yanbu al Bahr Airport (YNB) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,537 miles (8,911 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Abha, Saudi Arabia - Abha Airport (AHB) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,474 miles (8,810 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 39 minutes.
Flights from Tabuk, Saudi Arabia - Tabuk Airport (TUU) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,474 miles (8,810 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 39 minutes.
Flights from Hail, Saudi Arabia - Ha'il Regional Airport (HAS) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,231 miles (8,419 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 7 minutes.
Flights from Alahsa, Saudi Arabia - Al-Ahsa International Airport (HOF) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,863 miles (7,826 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from Jazan, Saudi Arabia - Jizan / Gizan Airport (GIZ) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,523 miles (8,888 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 46 minutes.
Flights from Al Baha, Saudi Arabia - Al-Baha Domestic Airport (ABT) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,465 miles (8,795 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 38 minutes.
Flights from Bisha, Saudi Arabia - Bisha Airport (BHH) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,419 miles (8,721 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 32 minutes.
Flights from Gurayat, Saudi Arabia - Gurayat Airport (URY) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,339 miles (8,593 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 21 minutes.
Flights from Nejran, Saudi Arabia - Najran / Nejran Airport (EAM) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,393 miles (8,679 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Qaisumah, Saudi Arabia - Hafar al Batin Airport (AQI) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,961 miles (7,983 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 31 minutes.
Flights from Rafha, Saudi Arabia - Rafha Airport (RAH) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,066 miles (8,152 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from Arar, Saudi Arabia - Arar Airport (RAE) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,153 miles (8,292 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 57 minutes.
Flights from Sharurah, Saudi Arabia - Sharurah Airport (SHW) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,241 miles (8,434 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 8 minutes.
Flights from Jouf, Saudi Arabia - Jouf Airport (AJF) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,243 miles (8,437 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 9 minutes.
Flights from Turaif, Saudi Arabia - Turaif Airport (TUI) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,255 miles (8,457 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from Wadi Ad Dawasir, Saudi Arabia - Wadi al Dawaser Airport (WAE) to Yakushima (KUM) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,254 miles (8,456 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 10 minutes.
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