Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
IWK
ICAO Code
RJOI
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport is a regional airport serving Iwakuni and the surrounding Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan. It handles domestic flights and is used by passengers connecting to the city and nearby attractions.

The facility is compact with a single passenger terminal and apron for regional aircraft.

Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport
Elevation: 2 m
34.1463, 132.2472

Terminal Guide for Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

There is one passenger terminal handling arrivals and departures; check‑in, security and a small departure lounge are all in the same building. The layout is simple and walkable for passengers with hand luggage.

Getting to and From Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

The airport is accessed by road and offers links to Iwakuni city and nearby stations; travel time to central Iwakuni or the JR station is typically around 30-40 minutes by car depending on traffic.

  • Bus / coach: Scheduled airport buses connect the terminal with JR Iwakuni Station and city points (check timetables as frequency varies by time of day).
  • Taxi / car: Taxis and rental cars are available at the terminal for the drive into the city.
  • Rail: There is no direct rail service to the terminal; the nearest stations are reached by bus or taxi.
  • Driving: Road access is straightforward and parking is provided at the airport.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

Facilities are aimed at regional travellers and are compact but functional.

  • Lounges: No large public lounges; seating is in the general departure area.
  • Food & drink: A café or kiosk typically operates during flight hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi may be available; charging points are present in seating areas.
  • Luggage & showers: No advertised left‑luggage or public shower facilities in the terminal.
  • Accessibility: Standard accessibility assistance is usually available; arrange with your airline if required.

Hotels and Layovers at Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

Accommodation options are available in Iwakuni city and in nearby urban areas; several local and national chains operate in the area. For chain availability search the major hotel brand sites.

Tips for layovers: there are city hotels that offer short‑stay or day‑use rooms; the city is reachable by road from the airport for restaurants and services.

Tips for Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

  • Check domestic flight schedules carefully-services to/from Iwakuni can be limited and subject to change.
  • Ground transport to Iwakuni city and JR Iwakuni Station requires a bus or taxi; check connections if arriving late.
  • If you need to transfer to the nearby US military base area, plan transport in advance; access rules may differ.

Weather & Climate near Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport #

Climate

Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1708 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMaySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (289 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

289 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (228 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

228 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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