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 popular airports near Matsumoto are Nagano Airport (RJAF), Toyama Airport (RJNT), and Komatsu Airport (RJNK).
The flight to Matsumoto (MMJ) is roughly 18 hours 57 minutes and 8,310 miles (13,373 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
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Flights from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,310 miles (13,373 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 57 minutes.
Flights from Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 9,059 miles (14,579 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 20 hours 37 minutes.
Flights from Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,266 miles (13,303 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 52 minutes.
Flights from George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,859 miles (14,257 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 20 hours 11 minutes.
Flights from Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,320 miles (13,391 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 59 minutes.
Flights from Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,687 miles (13,980 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,509 miles (13,694 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 24 minutes.
Flights from East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,544 miles (13,750 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,097 miles (13,031 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,584 miles (13,814 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 34 minutes.
Flights from Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,129 miles (13,082 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 33 minutes.
Flights from Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,076 miles (12,998 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 26 minutes.
Flights from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,306 miles (13,367 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 57 minutes.
Flights from Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,166 miles (13,142 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 38 minutes.
Flights from Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,186 miles (13,174 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 18 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,763 miles (14,102 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 58 minutes.
Flights from Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 8,456 miles (13,608 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 19 hours 17 minutes.
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