FDA Introduces the Kumamoto Recovery Support Fare
Fuji Dream Airlines (FDA) is introducing a special fare called the Kumamoto Recovery Support Fare on its Nagoya–Kumamoto routes. The fare is available from August 12 through August 31, with a one-way price of just 7,000 yen. The aim is to support the recovery of areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake through air transport, making this a support-oriented fare rather than a conventional leisure sale.
Who Is Eligible
The discount is available to travelers who fall into any of the following categories:
- Residents of areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake
- Earthquake victims and their family members
- People engaged in recovery support activities
The fare is primarily intended for people whose lives are based in the affected areas and who need to travel to be with family, as well as for those heading to the region for recovery work or support activities. FDA notes that seat availability is limited and asks travelers to refrain from using the fare for leisure purposes. Since purely tourist travel is not covered, please confirm carefully that you meet the eligibility conditions before booking.
Routes and Fares
Two routes are covered by this offer:
- Nagoya/Komaki (Nagoya Airport) – Kumamoto
- Nagoya/Chubu (Chubu Centrair International Airport) – Kumamoto
The one-way fare on both routes is 7,000 yen. FDA operates from two bases in the Nagoya area — Komaki and Centrair — and both are included in this offer. Being able to choose the airport based on city access or connections with other flights makes the fare especially convenient.
Additional Charges
The 7,000 yen covers the base fare only. A fuel surcharge and passenger facility charge are required separately. The total amount payable will therefore be higher than the advertised fare, so be sure to check the final total on the booking screen.
Sales and Travel Period
Sales open at 11:00 a.m. on August 12. Both the sales period and the travel period run through August 31, a window of roughly three weeks. Because the travel period matches the sales period, the fare cannot be used to lock in trips further in the future; it is designed to meet immediate travel needs. With limited seats available, travelers with fixed dates should book as soon as sales open.
How to Book
Reservations are accepted through three channels: the official website, the call center, and airport counters. For details on how eligibility is verified and whether any documentation is required, check the official website in advance or contact the call center so that check-in goes smoothly on the day of travel.
Details and booking: https://www.traicy.com/link/JH
Changes and Cancellations
- Reservation changes: not permitted
- Cancellation fee before departure: free
- Cancellation fee after departure: 5,000 yen
While changes are not allowed, the fact that cancellation is free before departure reflects the flexible design expected of a support fare. Even if local conditions or work schedules shift, travelers can cancel and rebook as needed. Keep in mind, however, that there is no guarantee seats will still be available when rebooking.
Key Points to Remember
- Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights or dates
- Use for leisure travel is discouraged
- Fuel surcharge and passenger facility charge apply separately
- No reservation changes; cancellation after departure costs 5,000 yen
- Sales and travel both end on August 31
Summary
At 7,000 yen one way, this is a notably low fare for the distance between Nagoya and Kumamoto. Combined with free cancellation before departure, the structure clearly takes into account how difficult it can be to fix schedules for support work or travel to a disaster-affected region. Eligibility is limited to residents of affected areas, earthquake victims and their families, and those involved in recovery support, but for those who qualify it significantly reduces the cost of travel. With sales running only from 11:00 a.m. on August 12 until August 31, anyone who needs it should act early.