Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
Higashikagura, JP 🇯🇵 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
RJEC
IATA
AKJ
Elevation
721 ft
Region
JP-01
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GPS Code: RJEC
Local Code: Not available
Location: 43.670799° N, 142.447006° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) offers 7 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include Air Do, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan and others. Popular destinations from Higashikagura include Tokyo Int'l (Haneda), Taiwan Taoyuan Int'l, Narita Int'l, Chubu Centrair Int'l (Centrair) and Osaka Int'l (Itami).
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Top Airlines
Operating at Asahikawa AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Air Do
ADO
/ HD
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1 | 307 | 1 | Feb 3, 2026 |
Japan Airlines
JAL
/ JL
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2 | 190 | 2 | Feb 3, 2026 |
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Jetstar Japan
JJP
/ GK
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1 | 62 | 1 | Feb 3, 2026 |
ANA Wings
AKX
/ EH
|
1 | 19 | 1 | Dec 31, 2025 |
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Tigerair
TTW
/ IT
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1 | 14 | 1 | Jan 23, 2026 |
Asiana
AAR
/ OZ
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1 | 4 | 1 | Aug 25, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
16/34 |
8200 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | SAPPORO CON | 127.5 MHz |
| TWR | DAISETSU TWR | 118.55 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
A taxi stand is located directly outside the domestic arrivals lobby. A trip to central Asahikawa City takes approximately 30-35 minutes and costs around ¥4,500-¥5,000. Taxis are also available for longer distances to destinations like Biei (approx. 20 minutes) and Furano (approx. 60 minutes). Sightseeing taxi services for customized tours can also be arranged at the information counter.
Rental Cars
Multiple car rental companies have service counters inside the terminal building, including Toyota Rent-a-Car, Nissan Rent-a-Car, Orix, Times Car Rental, and Nippon Rent-a-Car. After checking in at the counter, customers are typically taken by a short shuttle ride to the nearby rental car lots to pick up their vehicle. It is highly recommended to book in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
Public Transportation
The main form of public transit is the airport bus service. Bus stops are located just outside the terminal entrance. Key routes include:
- Asahikawa Denkikidou Bus: Connects the airport to JR Asahikawa Station (approx. 35-40 minutes, ¥750) and Asahiyama Zoo (approx. 35 minutes).
- Furano Bus 'Lavender-go': Connects the airport to Biei and JR Furano Station (approx. 60 minutes, ¥800).
Schedules are aligned with flight arrivals and departures. Tickets can be purchased from vending machines inside the terminal or paid on the bus.
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