Amami Airport
Amami Airport is the main air gateway for Amami in southern Japan, making it the arrival point most visitors use when heading to the island’s beaches, forests, and small coastal towns. Identified as ASJ and RJKA, it is a medium airport set just 27 ft (8 m) above sea level, which suits its shoreline setting and quick access to the surrounding island landscape. For travellers, it is best thought of as a practical regional airport: easy to navigate, close to local destinations, and well suited to short onward journeys after landing.
About Amami Airport
Amami Airport is the main air gateway for Amami in southern Japan, making it the arrival point most visitors use when heading to the island’s beaches, forests, and small coastal towns. Identified as ASJ and RJKA, it is a medium airport set just 27 ft (8 m) above sea level, which suits its shoreline setting and quick access to the surrounding island landscape. For travellers, it is best thought of as a practical regional airport: easy to navigate, close to local destinations, and well suited to short onward journeys after landing.
Overview
Amami Airport is the main air gateway for Amami in southern Japan, making it the arrival point most visitors use when heading to the island’s beaches, forests, and small coastal towns. Identified as ASJ and RJKA, it is a medium airport set just 27 ft (8 m) above sea level, which suits its shoreline setting and quick access to the surrounding island landscape. For travellers, it is best thought of as a practical regional airport: easy to navigate, close to local destinations, and well suited to short onward journeys after landing.
What travellers should know
- Airport codes: ASJ (IATA) and RJKA (ICAO)
- Airport type: medium airport serving Amami, Japan
- Local time: Asia/Tokyo, the same as Japan Standard Time
- Runway: 03/21, 6560 ft long, asphalt surface, and lighted
- Elevation: 27 ft (8 m) above sea level
Planning your arrival
Because Amami Airport serves an island destination, it is smart to check local transport and weather before you fly, especially if you are connecting to remote parts of Amami. The lighted asphalt runway supports reliable operations, but island travel can still be affected by seasonal weather, so leaving some flexibility in your schedule is wise. If you are meeting accommodation hosts, picking up a rental car, or continuing to another part of the island, keep all times in Asia/Tokyo to avoid confusion and allow a little extra margin after landing.
Routes
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FAQ
Amami Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
3 common questions
- Amami Airport is located in Amami O Shima, Japan (Asia), at coordinates 28.430°, 129.710°.
- Its IATA code is ASJ and its ICAO code is RJKA.
- Amami Airport operates on Asia/Tokyo local time.