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Getting from Ishigaki airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or rental car. Best value: local bus services.

Ishigaki Island is served by New Ishigaki Airport (ISG), located approximately 10 km northeast of Ishigaki city center. As a popular gateway to the Yaeyama Islands in Okinawa Prefecture, the airport offers several airport transfers to city center options including local buses, taxis, rental cars, and hotel shuttles. Journey times are relatively short due to the island's compact size, though frequency of public transport is limited compared to mainland Japan.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

30-40 min

¥540 (approximately $4 USD; flat fare)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

35-45 min

¥540 (approximately $4 USD; flat fare)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

ferry terminal connections

15-25 min

¥2,000-¥3,000 (approximately $13–20 USD; metered fare)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

15-20 min

¥4,000-¥8,000 (approximately $27–53 USD per day)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

island exploration flexibility

20-40 min

¥0-¥1,000 (free to approximately $7 USD; varies by hotel)

scheduled with flights (traffic dependent)

resort guests

Notes:

  • Prices in JPY; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Bus services may have reduced frequency on weekends and holidays.
  • Rental car agencies offer free shuttle service from the airport to their offices.
  • Many resort hotels provide complimentary airport transfers; advance reservation recommended.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Ishigaki, Okinawa

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January20°C18°C
February21°C19°C
March22°C20°C
April23°C22°C
May26°C24°C
June28°C27°C
July29°C28°C
August29°C28°C
September28°C27°C
October26°C25°C
November24°C23°C
December22°C20°C
Hottest Month
29°C
July
Coldest month
18°C
January
Sunny days
258
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
97%
22°C21°C
2 May
24°C23°C
Sunday
26 Apr
88%
23°C21°C
3 May
88%
26°C25°C
Monday
27 Apr
24°C23°C
4 May
88%
26°C23°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
89%
25°C24°C
5 May
24°C24°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
80%
25°C23°C
6 May
83%
25°C24°C
Thursday
30 Apr
69%
22°C22°C
7 May
85%
26°C25°C
Friday
1 May
23°C22°C
8 May
86%
25°C24°C

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Kota Kinabalu?
The main airport in Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu International. It is also served by Kota Kinabalu International, Limbang, Lawas.
What airports are near Ishigaki, Okinawa?
The main airport in Ishigaki, Okinawa is Ishigaki. It is also served by Ishigaki.
When’s the best time to travel between Kota Kinabalu and Ishigaki, Okinawa?
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What flights operate between Kota Kinabalu and Ishigaki, Okinawa?
Traveling between Kota Kinabalu and Ishigaki, Okinawa, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Kota Kinabalu?
There are a number of airports in and around Kota Kinabalu. The main one is Kota Kinabalu International and other nearby airports include Kota Kinabalu International, Limbang, Lawas
How many airports are there near Ishigaki, Okinawa?
There are a number of airports in and around Ishigaki, Okinawa. The main one is Ishigaki and other nearby airports include Ishigaki.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kota Kinabalu and Ishigaki, Okinawa depart?
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What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kota Kinabalu and Ishigaki, Okinawa arrive?
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