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Many people are planning a trip to Okinawa and are thinking, “I want to go as cheaply as possible! I am sure many of you are thinking, “I want to go as inexpensively as possible! Okinawa is full of year-round attractions, such as beach resorts in summer and warm trips in winter, but the main concern is the cost of airline tickets.
In this issue, we will cover the latest reservation sites, LCC utilization methods, and sale information, while thoroughly explaining specific methods for getting to Okinawa at low fares! We will also introduce some secret techniques and how to use miles and points.
Everyone should be able to get the “cheapest” airline tickets. Why don’t you enjoy Okinawa at a great price?
- 1 5 Basic Steps to Finding Cheap Flights
- 2 Background information and cautions to be aware of
- 3 When and when to go cheap
- 4 Comparison of the latest recommended reservation sites
- 5 Extra: Techniques for using miles and points
- 6 summary
- 7 Climate and Clothing by Month
- 8 If you want to enjoy Okinawa, get discount tickets online!
- 9 special feature article
5 Basic Steps to Finding Cheap Flights
Many of you may be asking yourself, “What do I need to do first to get to Okinawa inexpensively?” Many of you may be asking yourself, “What do I need to do first to get to Okinawa inexpensively?
Here are five basic steps to finding the cheapest airfare.
If you keep this in mind, you will be able to get tickets more efficiently and with less extra expense.
Find airline tickets using reservation and comparison sites
The first step is to make full use of booking and comparison websites.
For example. Expedia and others are typical examples.
These sites allow you to search all major airlines and LCCs at once, and filter by detailed criteria such as desired dates, times, and price range.
The search results can be viewed in a list, making it easy to instantly discover the most economical flights.
Also, make it a habit to check these sites first, as you can quickly compare price differences between weekdays, time of day, etc. by simply changing your search criteria.
(Low-cost carrier) Advantages and disadvantages of using
The next thing to consider is the use of low-cost carriers (LCCs). Peach and Jetstar have a good selection of flights to Okinawa, and they sometimes offer surprisingly low-priced tickets during sales.
In particular, minimizing services, such as not checking baggage and not selecting seats, can further reduce the cost of fares.
However, there is a fee for baggage check-in, seat selection, and other options, resulting in fees that are not much different from those of major airlines in some cases.
Another disadvantage is that the airport is in the suburbs and inaccessible, and there is limited support in case of delays or flight cancellations.
Cheap airline tickets can be found at HIS and other places.
Aim for off-season & weekdays, and be creative with reservation timing.
The third is to devise the timing, day of the week, and timing of the appointment.
The peak season for travel to Okinawa is Golden Week, summer vacation, and year-end and New Year holidays, when airfare tends to soar. On the other hand, off-seasons such as January-February and mid-November-December offer lower fares, especially for weekday departures, which are often even cheaper.
It is also easier to get a discount ticket if you book two to three months before departure or right after the airline’s sale begins.
On the other hand, last minute purchases will result in higher fares, so we recommend checking in early once you have a firm itinerary.
Background information and cautions to be aware of
Once you’ve taken the basic steps, here are some tricks to get more bang for your buck and some tips on how to keep travel costs down.
If you implement some unexpected techniques, you may be able to save thousands of yen to tens of thousands of yen more.
Utilize coupon codes and cash back sites
These days, reservation sites and travel agencies offer a number of discount schemes, such as limited-time coupons and point redemption via cash-back sites.
For example Expedia and JAL official website you may find a discount coupon code.
In addition, you may receive several percent to several hundred yen worth of points simply by making a reservation through a cash-back site (e.g., Hapitas, Moppy, etc.).
If you combine these, the cost of the ticket will be substantially reduced even further.
One point:
Some reservation sites offer their own point services, so compare multiple sites to find the one with the best value.
It is also recommended to look for coupon information on J-TRIP here.
Check cancellation policy and travel insurance
There are a surprisingly large number of failures such as “I got a cheap ticket, but suddenly I can’t go and the cancellation fee was too high…”.
In particular, LCCs and low-cost sales may not allow cancellations or changes, or may charge high cancellation fees.
If you can add travel insurance or cancellation compensation services, it is a good idea to be prepared, even if you have to pay a little extra.
Also, if you are visiting Okinawa during a typhoon season, check the airline’s refund policy in case of flight cancellations. This will help you avoid unnecessary expenses as a result.
When and when to go cheap
To get the cheapest airfare to Okinawa, “When do I leave?” is also very important.
Prices increase during the high season when demand is high, but you can get a better deal by targeting off-season or hole-in-the-wall seasons.
Here are some pointers on choosing the right time of year in relation to holidays and event information.
Tourist Season and Price Fluctuations
In Okinawa, tourism demand increases during spring break, summer vacation, and year-end and New Year’s holidays in March and April, causing air ticket prices to skyrocket.
The beach season from July to August tends to be especially popular, so prices are somewhat higher even with the early bird discount.
On the other hand, January and February are the perfect time for those who want to enjoy Okinawa in winter, as prices are relatively lower and hotels are less expensive.
November to mid-December also tends to have fewer tourists and airline ticket prices tend to settle down.
Depending on the holiday structure, GW and fall holidays may be irregular, so if they are avoided successfully, significant cost reductions can be expected.
Early bird discount vs. last minute discount, which is more economical?
When booking airline tickets to Okinawa, it is a question of whether to “quickly push for an early-bird discount” or wait for a last-minute discount to occur.
Basically, the early bird discount is more advantageous.
In some cases, JAL and ANA’s early-bird discount offers up to several tens of percent off if booked by a set date, such as 28 or 45 days in advance.
On the other hand, last-minute discounts may appear only on dates with low demand as a price adjustment to fill empty seats, and if you are lucky enough to find one, it may be considerably cheaper.
However, since there is no certainty and the risk is high, early reservations are safe unless the dates are variable.
Remove typhoon season, aim for the hole season.
I want to enjoy the beach in summer!” However, airline tickets are expensive in mid-summer, and there is also a great risk of typhoons.
Rather, just after the rainy season ends in late June and from late September to early October, there are slightly fewer tourists, so you can enjoy the beaches and airline tickets tend to be more affordable.
Alternatively, it is also a good idea to remove unique event periods, such as around the Chinese New Year.
Although the timing of major holidays is expected to be somewhat spread out, you can travel at a discount if you check the calendar carefully and dare to take a vacation after the vacations.
Comparison of the latest recommended reservation sites
Which site is best to use to get to Okinawa at the best price ? Here we will compare the features of the major online reservation sites and organize specific reservation procedures and advantages and disadvantages.
Features and Comparison of Major Sites
- Expedia (Expedia)
Frequent coupon distribution and regular special offers. Combining package reservations with point rewards makes it easy to significantly reduce travel costs. Japanese-language support is available, and international travel reservations are smooth. - HIS
A major company that offers a sense of security and can accommodate those who wish to consult directly with store staff. A wide variety of package plans with hotels and rental cars are available, allowing customers to experience a sense of tailor-made travel. Target-specific plans for students, families, etc. are released regularly, and it is easy to aim for discounted prices. - Sky Tours Corporation
ANA’s airline ticket & hotel travel reservation site! With a simple search screen, you can quickly find products by date, number of people, desired area, etc. Package products tend to offer large discounts depending on the combination of airline tickets and hotels. Check for limited time coupons during campaigns. - For cheap airline tickets, Airtori
has an easy-to-use search function that specializes in “I just want cheap airline tickets. Discount coupons offered by travel agencies and airline promotions can be checked at once without missing anything. In addition to airline tickets, there are cases where additional discounts can be applied by arranging hotels, rental cars, and other travel elements together. - J-TRIP
J-TRIP features low-cost package tours that utilize JAL flights. Tour prices are linked to JAL’s sale fares, and in some cases, plans are cheaper than LCCs.
The final sale here is a 10,000 yen discount coupon Depending on the time of the year, J-Trip also distributes coupons for 10,000 yen off, which can make it possible to go to Okinawa at an unbeatable price.
Reservation procedure and screen images
The following flow is basically the same for all sites.
- Enter your destination and itinerary
(also set whether you are traveling round trip or one way and how many people are traveling) - Select your desired flight from the list of flights
(use the filter function to display the lowest price, direct flights, connecting flights, etc.) - Select the options you need (checked baggage, seat selection, etc.)
(check the price as it varies from site to site) - Enter personal and payment information to complete your reservation.
In some cases, you may get double points for booking through the app, and in some cases, you may get a coupon exclusively for your smartphone, so it is a good idea to try both the browser and the app.
On the other hand, a large computer screen makes it easier to compare multiple flights, etc., so there are advantages and disadvantages, so choose according to your preference.
Check our website for sale information at a glance.
The biggest key to getting to Okinawa on the cheap is how quickly you catch the sales that airlines and booking sites offer.
In particular, JAL and ANA time sales and LCC bargain sales are limited to the number of seats available, and the earlier the better.
J-TRIP Official and the official SNS of each company on a regular basis, and make reservations right after the sale starts to increase your chances of getting the lowest price.
J-TRIP’s official Final Sale page is always updated with the latest discount coupons and limited-time offers, so be sure to check it out.
Extra: Techniques for using miles and points
Is there any way to get to Okinawa at a better price, practically free of charge?” We will also introduce methods using miles and points for those who think, “Is there any way to get to Okinawa for practically free?
If you use credit cards that allow you to earn points on a regular basis, or if you earn more and more miles on business trips and vacations, check out the following techniques.
Credit card point/mileage accumulation
First, at the stage of choosing a credit card, focus on how easy it is to earn miles or points.
JAL and ANA co-branded cards often offer a higher redemption rate for airline ticket purchases, which ultimately provides a shortcut to redeeming award tickets.
In addition, if you book airline tickets and tours via point sites (Hapitas, Moppy, etc.), in some cases you can earn double points for the site’s own points plus points for card payment, so please be proactive and use them.
Timing of Award Ticket Reservations
Once you have accumulated enough miles, it is time for award tickets.
Okinawa routes require relatively few miles and tend to be easier to obtain in the off-season.
With JAL, round trip can be booked for around 15,000 miles, and even with ANA, depending on the time of year and promotions, it is possible to book for close to that number of miles.
However, award slots often fill up quickly during popular summer vacation periods and consecutive holidays.
Award slots may expand as membership status increases, so be sure to hold your schedule early and check back often to ensure that you don’t miss out on any available seats.
Hybrid payment of miles + cash
If you have accumulated miles but not enough to issue a full award ticket…”, try utilizing a hybrid payment of miles + cash (or card).
For example, by converting to ANA’s SkyCoin or JAL’s eJAL points, or by using a service that allows you to pay the difference for a portion of your award ticket, you can effectively fly to Okinawa at a substantial discount.
This technique is especially recommended for businessmen and business travelers, as it allows them to make good use of their excess miles and eliminates the need to prepare large amounts of cash.
summary
So far, we have explained five ways to book tickets to Okinawa at the lowest prices, as well as tips on tricks, cautions, and choosing the right time of year, and techniques for saving money using miles and points all in one article.
By combining LCC sales, early bird specials from major airlines, connecting flights, and coupons, you can realize a surprisingly inexpensive trip to Okinawa.
The timing of holidays and events in particular is expected to be irregular, and if you take advantage of the opportunities, you may be able to find unexpected “bargain tickets”.
J-TRIP’s Final Sale offers frequent opportunities for package tours on JAL flights at unbeatable prices.
Check out the coupon information and plan your dream trip to Okinawa and make the best memories in 2025 with the blue ocean of Okinawa!
Climate and Clothing by Month
Okinawa Travel Guide! A thorough guide to travel costs and staycation techniques by time of year
If you want to enjoy Okinawa, get discount tickets online!
special feature article
Roadside Stations and Direct Selling Stations Special Feature!
Michi no Eki (Roadside Stations) and direct sales shops in Okinawa are very popular tourist attractions. Each has its own unique characteristics, making them 200% worth visiting! Please visit them!
Special feature on beaches on the main island of Okinawa!
The main island of Okinawa has many wonderful beaches that can only be found in the tropics. We will introduce each of them in an easy-to-understand manner, from the very secluded to the well-serviced executive beaches.
Typhoon Okinawa
We have compiled a list of points to keep in mind when a typhoon approaches so that you can respond without panic before or during your trip. We hope you will find it useful.
