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Arriving in Kyoto
| Kyoto is located near the centre of Japan and the legendary transport network makes it easily accessible from all international gateways. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is just over one hour away from Kyoto. Flight times to US West Coast and European destinations take just eleven hours, while Australia and Asia are even closer. Click on the table below to plan your route. |
Closest International Airport
| Kansai International Airport (KIX) |
JR Haruka Airport Express Train
to Kyoto Station |
75 min |
JPY 2980 |
Shuttle Taxi
to your hotel |
95 min |
JPY 3500 |
Limousine Bus
to Kyoto Station |
95 min |
JPY 2500 |
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Other airports
| Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) |
Shuttle Taxi
to your hotel |
55 min |
JPY 2300 |
Limousine Bus
to Kyoto Station |
55 min |
JPY 1280 |
| Tokyo (Narita International Airport) (NRT) |
NEX &
Shinkansen |
60 min &
2 hr 15 min |
JPY 2,940
JPY 13,220 |
| Nagoya (Central Japan International Airport) (NGO) |
Meitetsu &
Shinkansen |
28 min &
36 min |
JPY 850 &
JPY 5,640 |
| Fukuoka (Fukuoka Airport) (FUK) |
| Shinkansen |
2 hr 44 min |
JPY 15,410 |
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Correct as of January 2008
From other cities
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
New Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Haneda Airport / Tokyo International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport is one of two major airports in the Tokyo area. The new international terminal opened in October 2010. The airport is very close to the city centre, and transfers to Tokyo station take just 25 minutes by train. Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo station to arrive at Kyoto station in less than 2 hours and 30 minutes. Transit flights from Haneda Airport to Itami Airport (ITM) near Kyoto take 60 minutes.
- Haneda Airport
- http://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/
- Shinkansen
- http://www.hyperdia.com/en/
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Central Japan International Airport (Centrair) (NGO)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Shuttle Taxi
Travellers arriving off long-haul flights with heavy baggage are always happy to see the uniformed shuttle taxi driver who will take the weight from your back and guide you to your hotel door. The taxi takes you to any address in Kyoto that you request be it hotel, meeting venue or anywhere. You share the taxi with up to nine passengers to similar destinations. Your Japan bound journey can be booked with a credit card via the company website. Homeward bound journeys can be booked from your hotel room. The taxi journey takes a little over an hour depending upon traffic conditions and the location of your hotel. Services run between Kansai International Airport & Itami Airport, and Kyoto.
Further information:
- MK Taxi Skygate Shuttle (Kansai + Itami)
- http://www.mk-group.co.jp/english/index.html
- Yasaka Airport Shuttle (Kansai International Airport only)
- http://www.yasaka.jp/english/shuttle/index.html
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JR Haruka Airport Express Train
The JR Haruka express train takes just a little over an hour to arrive at Kyoto Station from the Kansai International Airport. The train is speedy and quiet, features wide and comfortable seats, and provides plenty of luggage stowage space. Destinations are announced in both Japanese and English.
Further information:
- JR Haruka Airport Express Train
- http://www.westjr.co.jp/english/travel/kix/index.html
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Airport Limousine Bus
There are excellent limousine express bus services from both Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Itami Airport to Kyoto Station. The journey to Kyoto Station from KIX takes about 105 minutes, and from Itami about 55 minutes depending on traffic. The buses have ample luggage space, all announcements are made in English, and you can reserve a seat or just take the next departure.
Further information:
- Kansai International Airport Limousine Bus
- http://www.kate.co.jp/pc/index_e.html
- Osaka Airport Transport Company Limited (Kansai & Itami Airports)
- http://www.okkbus.co.jp/eng/index.html
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Shinkansen
Riding the Shinkansen bullet train is more than travel, it is part of the Japan experience. The 510km (320 mile) route from Tokyo to Kyoto is covered in a breathtaking two and quarter hours. The journey shows you excellent views of Fuji, the tallest mountain in Japan, and the Pacific coastline. Nagoya is even closer, just one stop 36 minutes from Kyoto. Arrivals from the Fukuoka Airport reach Kyoto via Hakata station in less than three hours.
Further information:
- JR Shinkansen Timetable
- http://www.hyperdia.com/en/
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