Travelling from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Tokyo's main airports, Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM) leaving from either of these.
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Tokyo to Shirahama Airport flight.
Shirahama (where Shirahama Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The most popular route is from Haneda Airport (HND) to Shirahama Airport (SHM), with 21 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from HND to SHM is the 7:40am JAL service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 4:30pm with JAL.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to SHM, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Take the express route from Haneda Airport (HND). Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of HND, you can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport with JAL.
The top choice among passengers flying between HND and SHM is JAL.
JAL tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 82.97% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
73.52% of flights departing from Haneda Airport touch down at their destination on time.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Driving from central Tokyo to NRT usually takes 1 hour, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 64 kilometres.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to SHM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70.53%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Shirahama Airport (SHM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SHM instead:
The address for SHM is 3031-56 Sonota.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM)
84 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport. A return flight starts at 170 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tokyo to SHM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM)
June is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport (SHM). Visit Shirahama in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Shirahama is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Tokyo to SHM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shirahama
Start your Shirahama trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to Shirahama Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Shirahama when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Shirahama Kinkakuji Temple followed by Shirahama Beach and Shirahama Onsen.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Shirahama, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey about 113 kilometres north to Osaka to check off its top attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 225 kilometres north-east of Shirahama. Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine are among the biggest draws.
