How to travel from Yamagata to Okinawa, Japan
The distance between Yamagata and Okinawa is around 1,920km (1,193 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 40m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Yamagata to Okinawa by plane, bus, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Okinawa → Yamagata if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Okinawa (OKA).
- Duration5h 40m
- Flight time3h 55m
- Typical cost¥46,135($335)
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Tokyo then Shin-Kobe and then to Kagoshima-Chuo then take a ferry to 本部旅客待合所.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost¥65,440($480)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yamagata and Okinawa
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yamagata to Okinawa by plane, bus, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around ¥38,605 ($280) and will take around 6hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥46,135 ($335).
The distance between Yamagata and Okinawa is around 1,920km (1,193 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,751km (1,088 miles)
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Yamagata and Okinawa by plane.
The quickest way to get from Yamagata to Okinawa is to fly which takes around 5h 40m and will set you back approx ¥46,135 ($335).
The cheapest way to travel between Yamagata and Okinawa is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around ¥38,605 ($280) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yamagata and Okinawa. We recommend that you fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 5h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yamagata and Okinawa. We recommend that you fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 5h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yamagata and Okinawa. Flights depart from Yamagata (GAJ) and arrive at Okinawa (OKA) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 3h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Yamagata to Okinawa. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 5h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yamagata to Okinawa typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Yamagata (GAJ) and and arrive into Okinawa (OKA).
The closest major airport to Okinawa is Naha Airport (OKA) (OKA) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Okinawa. Yoron Airport (RNJ) (RNJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Yamagata to Okinawa. We recommend that you fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 5h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yamagata to Okinawa is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around ¥46,135 ($335).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yamagata and Okinawa
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 5h 40m | ¥46,135($335) | every 4 hours | 1,927km (1,197 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 6hrs | ¥38,605($280) | every 30 mins | 1,921km (1,194 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 40m | ¥64,615($470) | hourly | 1,920km (1,193 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 1 day 8h | ¥65,440($480) | 4 times a week | 2,392km (1,486 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yamagata and Okinawa
Airlines
Japan Transocean Air
Peach Aviation Limited
Skymark Airlines
Ferry operators
A Line
Marix Line
Bus companies
Yamako Bus
Train operators
Airports near Okinawa
The following major airports near Okinawa offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Naha Airport (OKA)
- Distance
- 40km (25 miles) from Okinawa
Yoron Airport (RNJ)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Okinawa
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 827km (514 miles) from Okinawa