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Transportation Access
Access to Okinawa
Regular flights from major domestic airports such as the Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, Central Japan International Airport (Centrair), and Kansai International Airport to Okinawa's gateway Naha Airport operate daily. In addition, there are direct flights from Taipei, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Seoul to Naha Airport. For those planning to visit Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island, there are direct flights from Haneda Airport, Kansai International Airport, and Central Japan International Airport (Centrair). Please contact each respective airline for details.
International Flights (Naha Airport)
| Taipei | 1hr 30mins | China Airlines |
| Hong Kong | 2hrs 30mins | Hong Kong Express / Dragonair |
| Shanghai | 2hrs | China Eastern Airlines |
| Beijing | 3hrs | Hainan Airlines |
| Seoul | 2hrs | Asiana Airlines |
Naha Airport
Naha Airport is the air gateway to Okinawa. Regular flights operate from major domestic airports as well as foreign countries. There is also a Tourist Information Center, bank and post office, etc. in the terminal.
Boats and airplanes can be used from the Okinawa Main Island to outlying islands. Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island are convenient starting points for visiting the Miyako and Yaeyama regions.
Other Modes of Transportation
Rental cars, buses, and taxis are the main means of transportation on the islands. Depending on your destination, rental bicycles are also available.
Monorail
A landmark of Naha is Okinawa's first monorail "Yui Rail". It runs from Naha Airport to Shurijo Castle in about 27 minutes one way.
Buses
Bus lines cover almost the entire Okinawa Main Island and are a convenient way to go sightseeing. Buses also run on the outlying islands.
Taxis
Since taxis on Okinawa are less expensive than the mainland, they are a popular means of transportation.
Rental Cars
Rental cars are very convenient for visiting sightseeing spots efficiently. There are many car rental agencies on many Okinawan islands and reservations can be made by phone, the Internet, and from your accommodation.
Rental Bicycles
Rental bicycles, which are available on many of the outlying islands including the Main Island, are a popular mode of transportation for easily visiting various places. The cost is reasonable and touring around the islands is possible on the smaller outlying islands.
