Airports near Kitakyushu City
KKJ・UBJ・FUK・IWJ・OIT
What airports are closest to Kitakyushu City?
Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) is the nearest facility, sitting only 15.4 km from the center, with a reliable limousine bus reaching downtown in about 40 minutes. For those arriving in the neighboring city of Ube, Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ) is 37.6 km away, typically requiring a 80 minutes journey via high-speed rail. Fukuoka Airport (FUK), a major hub in the neighboring city of Fukuoka, is located 51.5 km away and offers a quick 60 minutes connection via the Shinkansen. Further afield, Oita Airport (OIT) lies 91.4 km from the city, with a combined bus and rail journey taking around 150 minutes. Finally, Iwami Airport (IWJ) is located 122.4 km away, necessitating a travel time of roughly 180 minutes by shuttle and connecting transit options. Search for flights to Kitakyushu City and book hotels in Kitakyushu City, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Kitakyushu City: KKJ, UBJ, FUK, IWJ and OIT.
Airports Near Kitakyushu City: Key Information
Number of airports in Kitakyushu City
1
Closest airport to the city center
Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
Distance
15.4 km
Fastest arrival time
40 minutes - 45 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)
Compare domestic and international airports near Kitakyushu City.
Kitakyushu Airport
Distance: 15.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport Limousine Bus
Fastest
40 minutes - 45 minutes
JPY 710
Balanced
JR Local Train via Kusami
Cheapest
45 minutes - 50 minutes
JPY 880
Budget
Taxi
27 minutes - 35 minutes
JPY 7000-8500
Comfort
Yamaguchi Ube Airport
Distance: 37.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
JR Train via Shin-Yamaguchi
Fastest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
JPY 3500-4500
Speed
Highway Bus
Cheapest
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
JPY 2800
Budget
Taxi
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
JPY 18000-25000
Comfort
Fukuoka Airport
Distance: 51.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Fukuoka City Subway
Cheapest
1 hour 25 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
JPY 1500-1800
Budget
Sanyo Shinkansen
Fastest
1 hour - 1 hour 15 minutes
JPY 2200-2500
Speed
Highway Bus
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours
JPY 1300-1500
Balanced
Taxi
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
JPY 25000-35000
Comfort
Iwami Airport
Distance: 122.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport Shuttle Bus
Cheapest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
JPY 4000-5000
Budget
JR Sanin Main Line
Fastest
4 hours - 5 hours
JPY 6000-8000
Speed
Taxi
3 hours - 4 hours
JPY 40000-55000
Comfort
Oita Airport
Distance: 91.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airliner Bus
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
JPY 2500-3000
Balanced
JR Nippo Main Line
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
JPY 3500-5000
Comfort
Taxi
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
JPY 20000-30000
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Kitakyushu City
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Kitakyushu City
Choosing the right arrival point for Kitakyushu depends primarily on your flight origin and transit priorities. Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ), located within the city limits, is the most practical entry point for domestic travelers, offering simple and cost-effective bus and train connections. Fukuoka Airport (FUK) is the major international gateway in the region. While it is located in the neighboring city of Fukuoka, it is well-connected to Kitakyushu via the high-speed Sanyo Shinkansen, making it an excellent choice for international visitors despite the longer travel time. Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ), situated in the neighboring Yamaguchi Prefecture, offers limited domestic access and requires more complex connections. Oita Airport (OIT) and Iwami Airport (IWJ) serve the nearby cities of Oita and Masuda, respectively, and are generally only recommended for travelers visiting those areas. For the best experience, prioritize KKJ or FUK; use the Sanyo Shinkansen from FUK for speed or the local buses from KKJ for budget efficiency.
Hotels near Kitakyushu City airport
Breakfast
Great1619 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.73km from city center
Great stay at JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura! The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The location is excellent, right above JR Kokura Station, with shopping centres and plenty of eateries nearby. Kokura Castle is also within walking distance.
The complimentary lounge with free drinks and light snacks was a nice bonus and a great place to relax after a day out.FromUS$58
Great1053 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|1.05km from city center
Reception at 4 pm was slow and it was necessary for several guests to wait for the two reception people even though they had three other people greeting guests.
The nearby Shinkansen station provides easy access to the hotel which is an easy 5-10 minutes walk.
Wifi worked well and the air conditioning was good especially in the cold weather. Rooms are a good size and in good condition with above average views.
House keeping was also good, though guests need to request daily services by placing a card on the room door otherwise daily service is not provided.
The four lifts provided an efficient service. I didn’t have breakfast on this occasion but have had it in the past and it’s of a good quality and high standard. The staff are lovely and caring.
The location is good being near the main Shinkansen station. Beyond the station there are shopping centres and street malls with a variety of restaurants and shops to meet most people’s needs.
There are also many nearby restaurants that should suit most people’s cuisine, budget and type of food.
Buses and subway stations are nearby and provide access to various parts of the city. There are several attractions within 30-60 minutes of the hotel such as temples and museums.
Overall a pleasant stay and happy to visit again.FromUS$41
Very Good236 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.7km from city center
Facilities: Well-equipped.
Cleanliness: Quiet and tidy.
Environment: Very quiet surroundings, a short walk to the JR station. If you're a fan of anime and manga, you can check out Aruaru City – there are tons of shops!
Service: The front desk staff were very warm and attentive.FromUS$34
Great331 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.57km from city center
Excellent value for money! Fukuoka was too expensive on Saturday, and we were planning to go to Karato Market anyway, so we decided to stay here for a night. It saved us ¥1000 on accommodation! In the evening, we went up Mount Sarakura to see the night view. Shin-Shin Ramen was also on our must-try list. It seems to be super popular in Fukuoka, but the taste was just okay. Definitely recommend this hotel for staying in Kokura!FromUS$54
Great526 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|10.71km from city center
Wonderful stay at Premier Hotel Mojiko for two nights. Just a 3 minutes walk from Mojiko train station.
Coming out from the hotel, you will see the exceptionally spectacular view of the Kanmon Bridge. Also, the ferry service is nearby where you can take a 5 minutes ride opposite to the Karata Fish Market for fresh sushi!
Hotel room is good is size for twin sharing and clean. The service staff are very hospitable too.
Hotel breakfast is great too! Lots of Japanese breakfast food choices.
Nearby the hotel are souvenir shops and coffee places where you can catch a drink or get some nice gifts for family.
Kanmon Straits Museum and Kyushu Rail Museum are all within 10min walking distance from the hotel too!
If you are up for a walk to the Kanmon Bridge area to take the pedestrian tunnel, it’s about a 20-30min walk away by pathway. Good exercise!FromUS$43
Family friendly
Very Good28 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.72km from city center
Wow! What an incredible experience! Peaceful place with beautiful Japanese style garden, tasty breakfast and so wonderful room. I felt like royalty )
Big thanks for manager mr. Nakayama, whose personalized recommendations led us to discover hidden gems in the city.
Wait us in May. We will back soonFromUS$123
Very Good81 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.73km from city center
The hostel is clean and comfortable
Location is convenient close to public transport
and some local restaurants
Staff are friendly and helpful
Overall it’s a good place to stay
for a reasonable priceFromUS$11
Very Good566 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.82km from city center
Hotel is near the station. Room is enough to accommodate one person.
Loved the big bath onsen, that has a sauna.
Many eateries around the hotel. Shopping mall is just next to it.
Loves the breakfast.
I use Kokura as a base to visit shimonoseki, mojito port.
Great stay!FromUS$39
76 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.92km from city center
It was a bit far from Kokura Station, but the monorail was nearby, so it wasn't too far to walk!
The facility was old, so the rooms weren't very clean, but it wasn't bad for the price~
There were a lot of convenience stores nearby, and there was a Don Quijote and a mart if you walked a little, so it was convenient for shopping!FromUS$21
Very Good40 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.43km from city center
The hotel was spotless, and the staff were incredibly kind and gentle. I usually have trouble sleeping in hotels, but it seems they really focus on providing a good night's sleep, as I slept soundly here. The hot spring was also lovely.FromUS$42
5 star
Very Good49 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.23km from city center
Just walk straight ahead from the railway to the hotel. There is a large bookstore and market next to it. It is also very convenient to go to Kokura Castle. Along the road there is the area surrounding Galaxy Railway 999, so you can take a stroll and take a look!
I stayed in a Japanese-style room, and the mattress was ready as soon as I entered. I thought it would be hard to sleep on, but it was unexpectedly comfortable. It's very clean and the bathroom feels spacious.FromUS$40
Good176 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|10.8km from city center
It's a typical small-town tourist hotel. I liked the spacious parking lot. There's also an Aeon nearby, so the location is great.FromUS$33
Very Good82 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|7.14km from city center
This hotel is great for those traveling by car. It's about an 8-minute drive to the Kitakyushu Outlets. The area around the hotel is very quiet, so if you prefer a lively atmosphere, this might not be the best choice for you. The breakfast is mainly Japanese style, and there aren't many options. It costs about ¥125 per person, so I'd recommend eating breakfast elsewhere.FromUS$36
Very Good175 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.77km from city center
This hotel locates near by the Kokura train station makes it one of the most convenient hotel I have ever lived.
Unfortunately I could only reserve a smoking room, but the smell was not too strong to clear out by some splash. I would suggest the manager to inform smoking customers not to smoke in the bathroom, in order to avoid the smoke on the shower curtain.
And the services are pretty good provided by kind stuff with multiple language skills. There is even a snack and drink corner 24 hours on first floor.
The only deficit of this hotel might be the sound proof of the top floor, 6th floor I lived. The sound could not penetrate through rooms, but there were multiple huge machines on the top of the room running through day and night and generated big noises. During the last night I lived, one of the noises was similar with the sound of unlocking the door, so I couldn' t sleep well because I felt like somebody was unlocking the door.FromUS$35
Great511 Reviews
Kitakyushu City|0.76km from city center
I loved this hotel when I first saw it, it’s exactly like it’s advertised, there is a whole shelves of comics in the lobby and you can bring them to your room and read ! The breakfast is also very thoughtful and delicious! I booked this place because I want to visit Mojiko and Shimonoseki, not to mention personally I think Kokura has better shopping experience than Hakata, with lesser tourists and you can get the items that are always out of stock in other big city! One negative side during Friday night there are a lot of drunk people walking like zombie around the station 😸 and I got slightly lost to get back to the hotel at night, the front desk staff is helpful and friendly.FromUS$43
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Kitakyushu City?
The nearest airport to Kitakyushu City is Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ), about 15.4 km away.Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ) (37.6 km), Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (51.5 km), Iwami Airport (IWJ) (122.4 km) and Oita Airport (OIT) (91.4 km).
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How long does it take to get from Kitakyushu City to the airport?
Getting from Kitakyushu City to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) takes about 40 minutes - 45 minutes.
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How do I get to Kitakyushu City?
We recommend flying into Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ), which is approximately 15.4 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Airport Limousine Bus, reaching downtown in about 40 minutes - 45 minutes.
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How many airports does Kitakyushu City have?
Kitakyushu City has 5 airports: Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ), Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ), Fukuoka Airport (FUK), Iwami Airport (IWJ) and Oita Airport (OIT).