Airport Guide
Kyoto Airport (UKB)
Kyoto Airport (UKB)
Kyoto Airport (UKB), strategically positioned to serve the Kansai region and the historic city of Kyoto, acts as a primary domestic hub for travelers exploring central Japan. Located on a modern man-made island, the airport provides streamlined access to the cultural heart of the country, offering an efficient alternative for those flying into the region to visit world-renowned shrines, temples, and gardens.
Japan
Country
Flight Partners
Operating Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Main terminal, counters 3-8
All Nippon Airways (ANA)
Main terminal, dedicated ANA wings
Solaseed Air
Shared terminal kiosks available
Air Do
North terminal check-in area
Flight Connections
Popular Routes
Tokyo (Haneda)
Over 10 flights daily
Sapporo (New Chitose)
5-7 flights daily
Okinawa (Naha)
3-4 flights daily
Nagasaki (NGS)
2 flights daily
Kagoshima (KOJ)
Daily service available
Explore Nearby
Trending Places
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Kobe Harborland
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion)
Gion District
Snapshot
Quick Facts
Country
Japan
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to get from UKB to downtown Kyoto?
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The most efficient way is taking the Port Liner to Sannomiya Station and transferring to the JR Special Rapid Service, reaching Kyoto in approximately 70-80 minutes.
Does Kyoto Airport (UKB) handle international flights?
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Kyoto Airport (UKB) primarily operates as a domestic airport, with international travelers typically connecting through Tokyo or using nearby Kansai International (KIX).
Is there a ferry service available from the airport?
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Yes, a high-speed Bay Shuttle ferry connects UKB directly to Kansai International Airport (KIX) in about 30 minutes.
When is the busiest time at Kyoto Airport?
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The airport sees peak traffic during the Cherry Blossom season (late March to April) and the Autumn leaf-viewing season in November.
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