Niigata Airport (KIJ)
Niigata, JP 🇯🇵 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
RJSN
IATA
KIJ
Elevation
29 ft
Region
JP-15
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GPS Code: RJSN
Local Code: Not available
Location: 37.955898° N, 139.121002° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Niigata Airport (KIJ) offers 14 flight routes operated by 6 airlines. Major carriers include Ibex, ANA Wings, Fuji Dream and others. Popular destinations from Niigata include Osaka Int'l (Itami), New Chitose, Fukuoka, Chubu Centrair Int'l (Centrair) and Nagoya Airfield (Prefectural Nagoya).
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
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Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osaka Int'l (Itami) | ITM |
Itami | CRJ7 | Ibex | 119 flights · 300 mi | |
| Fukuoka | FUK |
Fukuoka | CRJ7 | Ibex | 82 flights · 572 mi | |
| Osaka Int'l (Itami) | ITM |
Itami | E190 | Japan Airlines | 79 flights · 300 mi | |
| New Chitose | CTS |
Chitose | DH8B | ANA Wings | 69 flights · 360 mi | |
| Osaka Int'l (Itami) | ITM |
Itami | DH8B | ANA Wings | 68 flights · 300 mi | |
| New Chitose | CTS |
Chitose | E170 | Fuji Dream | 48 flights · 360 mi | |
| Fukuoka | FUK |
Fukuoka | E170 | Fuji Dream | 24 flights · 572 mi | |
| Chubu Centrair Int'l (Centrair) | NGO |
Chita | AT72 | UNKNOWN | 14 flights · 250 mi | |
| Nagoya Airfield (Prefectural Nagoya) | NKM |
Toyoyama | E170 | Fuji Dream | 13 flights · 223 mi | |
| Naha | OKA |
Naha | B738 | ANA Wings | 11 flights · 1054 mi | |
| Kobe | UKB |
Kobe | AT72 | UNKNOWN | 10 flights · 316 mi | |
| Incheon Int'l | ICN |
Seoul (Incheon) | B38M | Korean Air | 8 flights · 694 mi | |
| Okadama (Sapporo Airfield) | OKD |
Sapporo | AT72 | UNKNOWN | 5 flights · 791 mi | |
| Taiwan Taoyuan Int'l | TPE |
Taipei | A320 | TTW | 2 flights · 1376 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Niigata AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ibex
IBX
/ FW
|
2 | 201 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
ANA Wings
AKX
/ EH
|
3 | 148 | 3 | May 9, 2026 |
Fuji Dream
FDA
/ JH
|
3 | 85 | 3 | May 9, 2026 |
Japan Airlines
JAL
/ JL
|
1 | 79 | 1 | May 9, 2026 |
Korean Air
KAL
/ KE
|
1 | 8 | 1 | Mar 7, 2026 |
Tigerair
TTW
/ IT
|
1 | 2 | 1 | May 8, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
04/22 |
4300 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
10/28 |
8200 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 121.4 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.45 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 119.05 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.0 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at a stand directly outside the domestic terminal arrivals lobby. A trip to central Niigata Station typically takes about 20-25 minutes and costs approximately ¥2,500 - ¥3,000. No advance booking is usually required.
Rental Cars
Several major car rental companies, including Toyota Rent-A-Car, Nissan Rent-A-Car, Times Car Rental, and Orix, have service counters located on the first floor of the domestic terminal building. It is highly recommended to reserve a vehicle in advance, especially during peak seasons.
Public Transportation
The main public transit option is the Airport Limousine Bus, which provides frequent and direct service to Niigata Station (South Exit). The journey takes about 25 minutes and the one-way fare is ¥420 for adults. The bus stop is located just outside the terminal entrance.