Cheap Flights To Kobe, Japan

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Cheap Flights To Kobe, Japan

Kobe, Japan has been made famous by the Food Network show "Iron Chef" because of the Kobe Beef that is raised there. But it is a city of great character and resolve. After almost being completely destroyed in 1995 the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, the city has not only rebuilt but there are few signs remaining of the terrible disaster. You can visit the Earthquake museum which commemorates the event.

Be sure to take some time to visit the city's hot spring resort, Arima Onsen. The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is a feat of architectural and engineering wonder and is currently the world's longest suspension bridge. Kobe Harborland offers a pleasant shopping experience and plenty of entertainment.

Temperatures in Kobe run on the higher side, particularly in the late summer, early fall. July, August and September averages will often push 90°F. Winters are rather pleasant, with the lows staying well above freezing.

Cheap flights to Kobe come through Osaka's Kansai International Airport (KIX). Kobe's own airport, Kobe Airport (UKB) currently only serves domestic flights. You can find cheap airline tickets when you are flying from either New York or Los Angeles to Kansai International Airport starting just under $600 US.

There are some wonderful accommodations all through out the city. You can find a number of cheap hotels in Kobe even near the main attractions. A cheap hotel room in Kobe can start well below $100 US. Even among some of the more sleek and modern hotels you can find cheap rooms starting around $150 US.