How to travel from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi, Japan

The distance between Ishigaki Island and Kōchi is around 1,689km (1,050 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi by plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KōchiIshigaki Island if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Kochi (KCZ).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ¥40,795($300)
Operated byAll Nippon Airways+ 2 others
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Plane and Bus

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Takamatsu (TAK) then take the bus to Harimayabashi.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ¥23,410($170)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Plane and Train

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Matsuyama (MYJ) then take the train to Tadotsu and then to Kochi(Kochi).

  • Duration8hrs
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ¥42,575($310)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ishigaki Island and Kōchi

There are several options for getting from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around ¥23,410 ($170) and will take around 5h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥40,795 ($300).

The distance between Ishigaki Island and Kōchi is around 1,689km (1,050 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,370km (851 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Ishigaki Island and Kōchi by plane.

The quickest way to get from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ¥40,795 ($300).

The cheapest way to travel between Ishigaki Island and Kōchi is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥23,410 ($170) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ishigaki Island and Kōchi. Flights depart from New Ishigaki (ISG) and arrive at Kochi (KCZ) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from New Ishigaki (ISG) and and arrive into Kochi (KCZ).

The closest major airport to Kōchi is Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) (KCZ) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Kōchi. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Ishigaki Island to Kōchi is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ¥40,795 ($300).

How do I get from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi

Compare travel optionsbetween Ishigaki Island and Kōchi

Transport options from Ishigaki Island to Kōchi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 50m
¥40,795($300)
hourly2,573km (1,599 miles)
Plane and Bus
5h 35m
¥23,410($170)
hourly1,689km (1,050 miles)
Plane and Train
8hrs
¥42,575($310)
hourly2,383km (1,481 miles)

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Airports near Kōchi

The following major airports near Kōchi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

KCZ
Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Kōchi
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
184km (115 miles) from Kōchi
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
287km (178 miles) from Kōchi