Travelling from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Iwakuni and Okinawa are in the UTC+9 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from IWK to OKA start at 11:15 — the first with ANA. The last departure is at 11:25 with ANA. In total, you can take your pick of eight weekly Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IWK to OKA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Getting to Okinawa (and then discovering more of Japan!) is a cinch with ANA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with ANA on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK) to Naha Airport (OKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport flight is R 3,187. A return ticket right now is R 3,729. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from IWK to OKA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK)
To reach Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport from central Iwakuni, it'll take about 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near IWK. Whether you have an early flight from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
Reserve a hotel close to OKA if you're taking a late Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Naha Airport rental car and discover Okinawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rakuten, Relax car hire and Hello rent a car are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Naha Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
The address for OKA is 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
Naha Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Okinawa. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Okinawa. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport to Naha Airport for August if you want to go to Okinawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IWK to OKA in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Okinawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey around 18 kilometres south-west to Naha to check off its must-visit sights. From Nahashi Wakasa Community Centre to Namura Hall and 那覇地方検察庁・福岡高等検察庁那覇支部, your itinerary will be busy.
Ginowan is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 8 kilometres south-west of Okinawa. No journey is complete without dropping by ラウンドワンスタジアム沖縄宜野湾店スポッチャ, ラウンドワンスタジアム 沖縄・宜野湾店 カラオケ and ぎのわんマリーナ海の駅.