Okushiri Airport is a small island airport serving Okushiri Island in Hokkaido. It consists of a single terminal and provides domestic connections to Hokkaido’s main airports and nearby ports.
Terminal Guide for Okushiri Airport #
A single compact terminal handles arrivals and departures with essential services: check‑in, waiting area and basic vending or café options. The facility is designed for short regional flights and island operations.
Getting to and From Okushiri Airport #
Transfers are typically short: taxis, local buses or walking to nearby town areas are the main options; travel times on the island are usually under 20 minutes.
- Taxi: Local taxis link the airport with town accommodation and ferry terminals.
- Bus / local shuttle: Where provided, buses align with flight arrivals and local ferry schedules.
- Walking / cycling: Short distances on the island can often be walked depending on luggage.
- Driving: Rental cars or local drivers are options for exploring the island.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Okushiri Airport #
Expect limited facilities: a small café or vending machines, restrooms, basic seating and possibly a small tourist information desk. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited. There are no large shops or passenger lounges.
Tips for Okushiri Airport #
- Island airports often have tight luggage restrictions on turboprop flights - check weight limits before travel.
- Ferry connections are an alternative to air services in some seasons - check schedules if your plans are flexible.
- Expect only small shops or vending machines at the terminal; buy supplies in the main town before arriving.
Weather & Climate near Okushiri Airport #
Okushiri Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1310 mm/year), wettest in September.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - -2° | -9° | 107 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -3° - -1° | -8° | 85 mm | overcast | 77% | 5.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 3° | -3° | 78 mm | overcast | 74% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 91 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 95 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.4h |
| June | Good | 14° - 17° | 16° | 96 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.1h |
| July | Acceptable | 19° - 21° | 20° | 139 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.8h |
| August | Very Good | 22° - 24° | 23° | 136 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 18° - 20° | 19° | 154 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | 11° - 15° | 13° | 115 mm | overcast | 72% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 110 mm | overcast | 76% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 2° | -5° | 104 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |