What's the cheapest way to get to Yonaguni Island? Ferry and plane fares

What's the cheapest way to get to Yonaguni Island? Ferry and plane fares

How to get to Yonaguni Island Explained.

Yonaguni Island teeth One of the Yaeyama Islands, the westernmost island of Japan. Since most of the island is surrounded by cliffs, Isolated island " and is a spot with many attractions other than its magnificent scenery.

This time How to get to Yonaguni Island About Tokyo Fukuoka Hiroshima Osaka How to access from or, Air & Ferry Routes We will introduce the following.

How to get to Yonaguni Island: Access from Haneda, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, and Osaka

Yonaguni Island aerial view
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Major cities Direct flights to Yonaguni Island (Yes/No) Flight time (to Naha Airport) Flight time (New Ishigaki Airport: Painushima Ishigaki Airport)
Tokyo Haneda Airport none Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes Approx. 2 hours 50 minutes
Fukuoka, Fukuoka Airport none Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes
Hiroshima, Hiroshima Airport none Approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes No service
Osaka - Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) none Approximately 2 hours Approx. 2 hours 25 minutes

Haneda Airport, Fukuoka Airport, Hiroshima Airport, Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) from, There are no direct flights to Yonaguni Airport. .
To get to Yonaguni Island, Naha Airport or New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport) You need to go through.

Hiroshima Airport Regarding this, there are no flights to New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport). Hiroshima If you go from First Naha Airport Let's aim for .

next How to get to Yonaguni Island from Naha Airport and New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport) and, How to get there by boat We will explain about:

How to get to Yonaguni Island: Access from Naha Airport and New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport)

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  By plane (direct flight) Plane + Plane Plane + Ferry
section Naha Airport → Yonaguni Airport Naha Airport → New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport) → Yonaguni Airport Naha Airport → New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport) → Yashima Ferry Terminal → Kubura Port
Travel time Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes (including transfer waiting time / travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes) Approximately 7 hours or more
Estimated price Approximately 28,840 yen Approximately 32,250 yen Approximately 36,360 yen
merit - Can move in the shortest time
・Low cost
・Depending on your waiting time, you can enjoy a stroll around the airport ・You can also enjoy a boat trip
Disadvantages ・Only two flights per day
・You must arrive at Naha Airport by 13:00
・You will need to wait until your connecting flight
・Costly
- Costly and time consuming
・Ferry services run twice a week, so you will need to adjust your travel schedule.
・I'm worried about getting seasick
Recommended People People who want to get to Yonaguni Island quickly and cost-effectively Those who want to visit Ishigaki Island Those who have time and want to enjoy sightseeing in Ishigaki Island

Flights from Naha Airport to Yonaguni Airport teeth, Morning and afternoon 2 flights per day There is no other option. Therefore, if you cannot make the last flight at 14:35 (as of August 2024), 1 night in Naha You need to.
Naha Without staying at Yonaguni Island If you want to go to Osaka, you'll need to travel in time to catch an afternoon flight. Make sure to check the arrival and departure times at each airport.

The flight time from New Ishigaki Airport (Painushima Ishigaki Airport) to Yonaguni Airport is: Approximately 30 minutes There are several flights per day, but depending on the time of day, you may have to wait 1-2 hours for your transfer, so we recommend taking a break for a meal or taking a walk around the area.

Airfares vary depending on early bookings, round-trip discounts, etc. They also vary depending on the season, so be sure to check the airline's official website in advance.

If you use the ferry, Ishigaki Island of Yashima Ferry Terminal Boarding will begin from .

Ishigaki Island Ishigaki from the Southern Gate Bridge
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New Ishigaki Airport to Yashima Ferry Terminal To get there, Take the bus bound for Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal No reservations are required, the ride takes about 30 minutes, and costs 500 yen for adults.

The Yashima Ferry Terminal is located across from the Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal. It's about a 10-minute walk from the bus stop to the boarding point, so it's best to leave with plenty of time to spare.

To get to Kubura Port on Yonaguni Island, Ferry Yonakuni " Approximately 4 hours .

Ferry Yonakuni
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The ship is equipped with sofa-like seats, vending machines, and berths, so you can spend your time freely while enjoying the scenery or taking a nap.
The Yonakuni ferry operates infrequently, and the outbound and return trips are on different days of the week.

From Ishigaki Port to Kubura Port teeth Tuesday and Friday , From Kubura Port to Ishigaki Port teeth Wednesday and Saturday .each Only one flight departing at 10:00 is.
The operation schedule may change due to weather conditions, etc., so be sure to check the official website.

Among the routes introduced here, The cheapest way to get to Yonaguni Island from Naha Airport is Direct flight route Each route has its own advantages and disadvantages, such as the need to adjust your schedule, so choose the method that best suits you.

Recommended and popular tours on Yonaguni Island!

"Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu" Yonaguni Island SUP Tour Canoe Tour

Enjoy the dynamic nature Yonaguni Island teeth, The entire island is a tourist spot, and you can enjoy beautiful views from various spots. .
Enjoy the crystal clear waters SUP or Snorkeling , Canoeing It's a particularly popular activity.

If you want to experience activities on Yonaguni Island, We recommend booking a tour plan. is.
Even beginners can feel at ease with this tour, where guides who are well acquainted with the ocean of Yonaguni Island will provide thorough instruction. All the equipment and items necessary for the activity are provided, so you can enjoy it empty-handed.

Great value plan with canoe and snorkeling included There is also. Ishigaki Island From half-day plans to full-day plans, you can enjoy the ocean of Yonaguni Island according to your schedule.

Yonaguni Island, which has few artificial lights, becomes dark at night. A famous spot for viewing the starry sky .

Starry sky of Yonaguni Island
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January to June Southern Cross In the summer milky way You can enjoy a natural planetarium.

Activity Japan So, Stargazing You can experience observing rare creatures that can only be seen on Yonaguni Island.

"Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu" Night Tour

Even on quiet and dark night streets, you can enjoy the nocturnal nature without worry if you take a tour.

Plan with free photo data gift or, Plan with transportation to accommodation on Yonaguni Island There are various other perks as well.
There are plans that can be booked on the day, so please enjoy the nature of Yonaguni Island according to the weather and your mood of the day.

[Yonaguni Island, Okinawa] Enjoy the great outdoors on a remote island! SUP or canoe tour to explore the ocean!

Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu
Yonaguni Island
13,500 circle 7,900 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!

A half-day SUP or canoe tour in the ocean off Yonaguni Island! A guide who lives on the island will show you the ocean surrounding the isolated island of Yonaguni Island. We use highly stable SUPs and canoes, so even beginners can participate with confidence. As it is a half-day plan, people coming to Yonaguni Island on a day trip from Ishigaki Island or Naha can also participate!

[Okinawa, Yonaguni Island] Enjoy the great outdoors on a remote island in the middle of the ocean! Subtropical snorkeling tour!

Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu
Yonaguni Island
13,500 circle 7,900 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!

★Marine activities recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data! ★Free transportation to all areas of the island! A half-day snorkeling tour in the ocean of Yonaguni Island! A guide who lives on the island will show you the ocean surrounding the isolated island of Yonaguni Island. In addition to the support of the guide, safety equipment such as life jackets and rescue tubes are also provided.

[Okinawa, Yonaguni Island] Enjoy the great outdoors on a remote island! SUP/canoe x snorkel plan to explore the ocean

Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu
Yonaguni Island

This plan does not support English.

Discount campaign underway!

★Marine activities recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data! ★Free transportation to all areas of the island! A satisfying plan for those who want to spend a day enjoying the great outdoors of Yonaguni Island! A guide who lives on the island will show you the ocean surrounding Yonaguni Island, an isolated island in the middle of the ocean. We use highly stable SUPs and canoes, so even first-timers can participate with confidence.

[Okinawa, Yonaguni Island] Enjoy the subtropical island! Night tour to see the creatures and starry skies

Yonaguni Island Tour Munbu
Yonaguni Island

This plan does not support English.

Discount campaign underway!

★An activity recommended even for beginners! ★Meet nocturnal creatures unique to tropical regions! ★If the weather is good, you can also enjoy a natural planetarium! A plan to go out to Yonaguni Island at night, the westernmost point of Japan, to look for creatures that exist in the great outdoors and a starry sky. Let's go looking for creatures that can only be seen on Yonaguni Island, Okinawa! [Example schedule for the day of the tour] ①

Learn how to get to Yonaguni Island and head there!

Yonaguni Island, Higashizaki, Sea and Horses
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How to get to Yonaguni Island and recommended activities We introduced the following:

To get to Yonaguni Island, Planes and ships We will use the following.

There are many different combinations of transportation options available, so choose your favorite way to get to Yonaguni Island and enjoy the tropical scenery.

*The content of this article is current as of August 2024.
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