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 best price we found is for $1,529 from Burbank to Matsumoto.
Some popular airlines include: Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines.
A good price for a flight to Matsumoto is $1376 - $1682.
The popular airports near Matsumoto are Nagano Airport (RJAF), Toyama Airport (RJNT), and Komatsu Airport (RJNK).
The flight to Matsumoto (MMJ) is roughly 15 hours 49 minutes and 6,894 miles (11,095 kilometres) from Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).
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Flights from Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,894 miles (11,095 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 49 minutes.
Flights from Los Angeles, USA - California, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - 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 New York, USA - John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,762 miles (10,882 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 31 minutes.
Flights from Dallas, USA - Dallas, Texas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,490 miles (10,445 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 14 hours 55 minutes.
Flights from Denver, USA - Colorado, Airport - Denver International Airport (DEN) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,850 miles (9,414 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 13 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from San Francisco, USA - California, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,208 miles (8,382 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 4 minutes.
Flights from Seattle, USA - Airport - Seattle Tacoma International, Washington (SEA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,836 miles (7,783 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 14 minutes.
Flights from Las Vegas, USA - Nevada, McCarran International Airport (LAS) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,592 miles (8,999 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 55 minutes.
Flights from Orlando, USA - Florida, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,296 miles (11,742 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 42 minutes.
Flights from Charlotte, USA - North Carolina, Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,908 miles (11,117 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 51 minutes.
Flights from Phoenix, USA - Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,846 miles (9,408 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 13 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Houston, USA - Texas, Airport - George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,708 miles (10,795 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 24 minutes.
Flights from Miami, USA - Florida, Miami International Airport (MIA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,484 miles (12,045 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 7 minutes.
Flights from Boston, USA - Massachusetts, Edward L. Logan International Airport (BOS) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,712 miles (10,802 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 24 minutes.
Flights from Minneapolis, USA - Minnesota, Airport - St. Paul International (MSP) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,990 miles (9,641 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 13 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Fort Lauderdale, USA - Florida, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,472 miles (12,025 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Detroit, USA - Michigan, Airport - Metropolitan Wayne County International (DTW) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,428 miles (10,345 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 14 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Philadelphia, USA - Pennsylvania, Airport - Philadelphia International (PHL) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,776 miles (10,905 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 33 minutes.
Flights from Baltimore, USA - Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,784 miles (10,918 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 34 minutes.
Flights from Salt Lake City, USA - Utah, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,520 miles (8,884 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 12 hours 46 minutes.
Flights from San Diego, USA - California, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 5,644 miles (9,083 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 13 hours 2 minutes.
Flights from Tampa, USA - Florida, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,283 miles (11,721 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Portland, USA - International Airport, Oregon (PDX) to Matsumoto (MMJ) - The flight distance between these airports is 4,893 miles (7,875 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 11 hours 22 minutes.
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