Travelling from Shimojishima Airport (SHI) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport take 50 minutes. Okinawa and Japan are in the same timezone (UTC+9), so you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 84 flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport. If you prefer to be on board early, go for the 10:15 Skymark Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from SHI to OKA is 15:35 with Skymark Airlines.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Okinawa (and discovering more of Japan!) is a breeze with Skymark Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SHI and OKA are:
Fukuoka Airport
Kobe Airport
Haneda Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa for travel within Japan. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's license or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from SHI to OKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shimojishima Airport (SHI) to Naha Airport (OKA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport is 44 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 88 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SHI to OKA.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from SHI to OKA every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport.
Handy information about Shimojishima Airport (SHI)
Shimojishima Airport is roughly 1850 kilometres from the centre of Japan. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near SHI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
If you have a late flight from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near OKA:
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
From Naha Airport, Okinawa is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 43 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Okinawa in February.
The warmest month in Okinawa is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Shimojishima Airport to Naha Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHI to OKA in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Okinawa
Once you've locked in your flights from SHI to OKA, you'll want to find a hotel in Okinawa. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. 越来グスク, Minamitobarukominkan Park and Awase polder are must-do's during your Okinawa adventure.
Complete your Okinawa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Naha Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Okinawa.
