How to travel from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island, Japan
The distance between Fukushima and Ishigaki Island is around 2,230km (1,385 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 5m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island by train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ishigaki Island → Fukushima if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then fly from Sendai (SDJ) to New Ishigaki (ISG).
- Duration6h 5m
- Flight time4h 35m
- Typical cost¥32,170($235)
Multiple operators
Train to Ueno, Fly
Take the train to Ueno then fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to New Ishigaki (ISG).
- Duration6h 5m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical cost¥49,145($360)
Multiple operators
Train to Sakurambohigashine, Fly
Take the train to Sakurambohigashine then fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to New Ishigaki (ISG).
- Duration6h 45m
- Flight time4h 40m
- Typical cost¥44,220($325)
Multiple operators
Train to Tokyo, plane
Take the train to Tokyo and then to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station then fly from Tokyo Narita (NRT) to New Ishigaki (ISG).
- Duration6h 55m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical cost¥36,825($270)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Fukushima and Ishigaki Island
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island by train and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥32,170 ($235) and will take around 6h 5m.
The distance between Fukushima and Ishigaki Island is around 2,230km (1,385 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,145km (1,333 miles)
It takes around 6h 5m to get from Fukushima and Ishigaki Island by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 5m and will set you back approx ¥32,170 ($235).
The cheapest way to travel between Fukushima and Ishigaki Island is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥32,170 ($235) for a standard one-way ticket.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island. We recommend that you take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then fly from Sendai (SDJ) to New Ishigaki (ISG). instead which will take 6h 5m.
The closest major airport to Ishigaki Island is Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) (ISG) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Ishigaki Island. Shimojishima Airport (SHI) (SHI) and Miyako Airport (MMY) (MMY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Fukushima to Ishigaki Island is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 5m and will usually cost around ¥32,170 ($235).
Compare travel optionsbetween Fukushima and Ishigaki Island
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane | 6h 5m | ¥32,170($235) | hourly | 2,299km (1,428 miles) |
Train to Ueno, Fly | 6h 5m | ¥49,145($360) | hourly | 2,230km (1,385 miles) |
Train to Sakurambohigashine, Fly | 6h 45m | ¥44,220($325) | every 4 hours | 2,389km (1,485 miles) |
Train to Tokyo, plane | 6h 55m | ¥36,825($270) | hourly | 2,343km (1,456 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Fukushima and Ishigaki Island
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Japan Transocean Air
Solaseed Air
Train operators
Narita Express (N'EX)
Airports near Ishigaki Island
The following major airports near Ishigaki Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG)
- Distance
- 10km (6 miles) from Ishigaki Island
Shimojishima Airport (SHI)
- Distance
- 113km (70 miles) from Ishigaki Island
Miyako Airport (MMY)
- Distance
- 125km (77 miles) from Ishigaki Island