Yonaguni Airport
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Yonaguni Airport is a small regional airport on Yonaguni Island in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It operates a single terminal handling short domestic flights, primarily connecting to nearby islands; annual passenger numbers are low compared with Okinawa’s main airports.
Getting to and From Yonaguni Airport #
Transport from the airport to Yonaguni town is by local taxi or pre-arranged shuttle; there is no rail service. The trip into the main settlement is typically a short drive. Car rental may be available on the island but is more limited than on larger islands.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Yonaguni Airport #
The terminal has basic amenities: a small waiting area, restrooms and limited vending or kiosk options. There are no airline lounges and Wi‑Fi is unlikely to be provided. Accessibility is basic; travellers with special requirements should arrange assistance ahead of time.
Tips for Yonaguni Airport #
- Flights to Yonaguni are short and often operate as island hops - check baggage limits for inter-island routes.
- Public transport on arrival is limited; taxis or pre-arranged pickups are the usual way into town.
- Facilities at the airport are minimal; buy food or supplies in Ishigaki if you expect a long wait.
- If visiting for border-crossing to Taiwan (there are historical ferry links), verify current services - these are intermittent.
Weather & Climate near Yonaguni Airport #
Yonaguni Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2408 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (155 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 (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (283 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (257 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (253 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.