New Ishigaki Airport
Airport Airport
New Ishigaki Airport (serving Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture) is a regional airport handling domestic services and seasonal international flights. The airport is laid out around a single terminal that handles arrivals and departures for island-bound traffic.
Getting to and From New Ishigaki Airport #
Ground transport options include taxis, airport shuttles and rental cars; travel time to Ishigaki city (Ishigaki Port/Town) is typically 20-30 minutes by road. Local buses serve main stops but can be less frequent than taxis.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at New Ishigaki Airport #
Facilities are focused on short-haul needs: a waiting area, restrooms, cafés or kiosks and souvenir shops. Wi‑Fi is often available though time-limited; charging points and luggage services exist but are limited in number. Accessibility features are present but facilities are compact.
Tips for New Ishigaki Airport #
- Airport serves Ishigaki island - check ferry connections. If continuing to other islands, coordinate flights and ferry timetables.
- Card acceptance is common but bring some cash (JPY). Smaller island businesses may prefer cash.
- Expect dedicated domestic and some international flights. Peak season (holiday months) can be busy - book transfers early.
Weather & Climate near New Ishigaki Airport #
New Ishigaki Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2056 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (234 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (205 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.