Eastern Hokkaido's gateway to wilderness and wetlands.
Opened
1961
Location
Kushiro, Japan
Kushiro Airport (IATA: KUH, ICAO: RJCK) is a regional airport serving the city of Kushiro in eastern Hokkaido, Japan. It functions as the primary air gateway for the Kushiro region, connecting the area to major Japanese cities and supporting tourism to nearby natural attractions including Kushiro Shitsugen National Park and the Akan Mashu National Park.
The airport handles a modest volume of domestic traffic, with flights primarily connecting Kushiro to Tokyo's Haneda Airport and other key hubs. Its location in one of Japan's most ecologically significant regions makes it an important point of entry for nature tourists and birdwatchers, particularly those visiting Japan's largest wetland.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling all domestic arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Bus services connect the airport to Kushiro city center, with the journey taking approximately 45 minutes.
Airlines here
All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Japan Airlines (JAL) are the primary carriers serving Kushiro Airport, operating routes mainly to Tokyo Haneda.
Notable facts
- ›Kushiro Airport serves as the main gateway to Kushiro Shitsugen, Japan's largest wetland and a Ramsar Convention site.
- ›The airport primarily handles domestic routes, with no scheduled international services.
- ›Kushiro is a key destination for birdwatchers seeking to observe the endangered Japanese red-crowned crane.
- ›The airport is located approximately 25 kilometers northwest of central Kushiro city.
- ›Winter operations can be affected by heavy snowfall and cold temperatures typical of eastern Hokkaido.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
