Which Nagoya Airport is best to fly or closest to City?

Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)or Nagoya Airfield (NKM)

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The Chubu Centrair Airport(NGO) and Nagoya Airfield (NKM) both serve Nagoya, in central Japan. Chubu Centrair Airport is a first class airport and the main international hub for central Japan. Built on an artificial island in Ise Bay of Tokoname City in Aichi Prefecture, the airport is 35 km south of Nagoya in central Japan. Most of the major airlines in the world operate from this airport and both airports are served with efficient public transport services. Nagoya Airfield (NKM) is the secondary airport serving the Nagoya in Japan. The airport lies within the of Toyoyama, Komaki, Kasugai and Nagoya local government areas in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. NKM is home to Fuji Dream Airlines (FDA) which is the only operating airline offering scheduled transport services. The airport is also used as an airbase and for general aviation purposes. Our aim is to summarize the information you need to make your next trip hassle-free

Chubu Centrair Airport Vs. Nagoya Airfield

Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)

Nagoya Airfield (NKM)

    Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) Nagoya Airfield (NKM)
Airport Maps Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) Map Nagoya Airfield (NKM) Map

Getting To The Airports From The City Centre

Distance from City Centre 22 miles (35 kilometres) 6 miles (10 kilometres)
Public Transport Operating Hours 24-hour 24-hour
Train

Meitetsu Railways (Meitetsu Ltd Exp & Meitetsu Mu-Sky Ltd Exp) run every 30 minutes to the city centre and other parts of the country.
Fares: $6 - $8 Journey time: 37 minutes

http://www.hyperdia.com

Meitetsu Railways (Meitetsu Komaki) run every 20 minutes to Nagoya central Japan.
Fare: $1-$5 Journey time: 7 minutes

http://www.hyperdia.com

Airport Shuttle Services

Private shuttles are available 24-hours for groups up to 4-7 passengers which must be arranged before your arrival. Prices depend on the number of passengers. Tsubame Airport Limousine offers private on-demand services to the city centre.
Fare: $123
Journey time: 29 minutes
ONLINE GO EASY Bus

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Bus

Centrair runs every hour to Nagoya city centre.
Fare: $11
Journey time: 60 minutes
Airport Bus Routes

Aoi Kotsu Corporation operates from the Meitetsu Bus Centre for $8. It takes 28 minutes for the journey.

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Taxi

Around $120-$160, Journey time: 50 minutes.

Around $30-$40,Journey Time: 8 minutes.

Uber

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Which Airport Is Most Suitable For Me?

How Close to Nagoya City Centre

Chubu Centrair Airport(NGO) not very close to the city centre in Nagoya, the airport is 35 km to the city centre. NGO airport is the main hub for international transportation in Aichi Prefecture. it is located on an artificial island in Isle Bay.
The airport is linked to the mainland by trains, routes buses, taxis, car hire services, private shuttles and more. It takes 37 minutes by train and 60 minutes by bus to get to central Nagoya which could be longer due to traffic conditions on the roads.

Nagoya Airfield is located 10 km from the city centre in Nagoya. It is the main hub for domestic travel and the closest airport to Nagoya. The only operating airline on the airport is Fuji Dream Airlines, they handle scheduled flights around Japan.
The airport is also used as an airbase and for general aviation purposes, it is linked to the city centre by buses that connect you to the nearest train stations, taxis, and car hire services. It takes 10 minutes depending on traffic conditions, to get to the city centre.

Cost Factor

NGO Airport is Nagoya's major international transportation hub, the airport handles over 10.2 million passengers yearly. Cost of transportation, car hire, hotels, taxis and more are more expensive than NKM. It is far from the city centre in Nagoya but it has the best facilities.
It also takes a longer time to get to Nagoya due to unpredicted traffic conditions which might increase transportation fares.

NKM Airport handles over 735,000 passengers and it is the secondary airport to NGO. This airport handles mainly scheduled domestic flights and also used for general aviation purposes and an airbase.
Located 10 km from the city centre, this airport is the closest to the top attractions in Nagoya and takes around 10 minutes to central Nagoya.
Generally, if you want to cut cost, NKM is a cheaper option than NGO, but you should consider arranging for transportation before you land at the airport as there is no direct train and buses to the city centre but taxis go anywhere.

Airport Delays

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: High

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 30 minutes.

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: Average

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 15 minutes
Flight Fares As the primary airport in Nagoya, flight fares are higher by 30-40% compared to Nagoya Airfield fares. Flight fares from Nagoya Airfield are lower than at NGO because it handles fewer flights than Chubu Centrair Airport.

Hotel Prices Per Day From (01-12-2018 to 02-12-2018) Searched on 22-11-2018

Hotel

Centrair Hotel(3.5-Stars) -$213

Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya, Chubu International Airport(3.5-star) -$175

J HOTEL RINKU(3.5-Stars) - $127


Business Hotel Fiz Nagoya Airport(3-Stars)- $96

Hotel Select Inn Nagoya Iwakura Ekimae (2.5-stars) - $80

Route-Inn Grantia Komaki(3.5-Stars) - $153.

Car Hire Prices Per Week (01-12-2018 to 02-12-2018)

Car Hire

$401.41 - $1024.99

US$185.87 - US$1,599.08

Car Hire Companies

Budget, Europcar, Nippon, Nissan, Orix, Times, and Toyota Rent A Car.

Japan & Nippon.

Online car hire Car Hire Nagoya Airport (BRU) Car Hire Nagoya South Charleroi Airport (CRL)

Airport Facilities

Shopping and Dining Chubu Centrair International Airport has a variety of places for relaxation and refreshment such as Cafés and Desserts, Japanese Restaurants, Western Restaurants, Chinese, Korean, and Other World Cuisine Restaurants, Ramen and Noodle Restaurants, Fast Food, Bentos, and Take-Out Restaurants. They are all located in the main terminal building in different concourses.

Nagoya Airfield has relaxation spots, restaurants, shops and store such as K's Cafe, a Local Specialty Shop, Souvenir Shop, a Convenience Store,Tsubasa-Tei restaurant and vending machines in the arrivals/departures lobby, boarding lobby, and observation lobby.

Lounges Sakura Lounge, Star Alliance Lounge, KAL Lounge, Centrair Global Lounge, and Centrair Airline Lounge. N/A
Wi-Fi Services Free Wi-Fi Unlimited WiFi available. Look out for Free Wi-Fi posters and banners. Free WiFi available.
Transfer in and Around The Airport This airport has a single terminal with 4 levels, Sky Town (4F), the Departures Lobby (3F), the Arrivals Lobby (2F), the Welcome Garden (1F) and the Access Plaza. The airport has a single terminal with 3 levels, 1F LobbyDeparture/Arrival/Finger Concourse, 2F houses the elevator, escalator and toilet and 3F which is the observation deck.
Currency Exchange & ATM cash Points The Bank of Mitsubishi UFJ, Centrair Currency Exchange, and Travelex offer currency exchange services. ATMs and currency exchange are located at the Departures Lobby (3F), Access Plaza, and Arrivals Lobby (2F). An ATM cash point is available inside the Circle K convenience store in the Departures Lobby 1F.
Important phone numbers NGO Airport: +81 (0)52 569381195; Police: +81-569-38-0110. NKM Airport: +81 (0)52 5337774.
Major Operating Airlines Air Asia Japan, Air Busan, Air Canada, Air China, AIRDO, Air France, Alitalia, All Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Cebu Pacific Air, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Etihad Airways, Finnair, Hawaiian Airlines, HK Express, IBEX Airlines, Japan Airline, Japan Transocean Air, Jeju Air, Jet Airways, Jetstar Japan, Juneyao Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa German Airlines, Air New Zealand, Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Skymark Airlines, Solaseed Air, Spring Airlines, South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Star Flyer, Thai AirAsia X, Thai Airways International, Tigerair Taiwan, Turkish Airlines, T'way Air, United Airline, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Australia, and Xiamen Air. Fuji Dream Airlines.
Major Connecting Destinations Sapporo-Chitose, Busan, Beijing-Capital, Shanghai-Pudong, Fukuoka, Ōita, Sendai, Seoul-Incheon, Hong Kong, Taipei-Taoyuan, Manila, Chengdu, Lanzhou, Qingdao, Asahikawa, Fukuoka, Hakodate, Hong Kong, Ishigaki, Kagoshima, Memanbetsu, Miyako, Miyazaki, Nagasaki, Naha, Sapporo-Chitose, Shanghai-Pudong, Tokyo-Haneda, Hong Kong, Helsinki, Naha, Sapporo-Chitose, Guam, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Honolulu, Sapporo-Chitose, Shanghai-Pudong, Taipei-Taoyuan, Tianjin, Tokyo-Haneda, Tokyo-Narita, Frankfurt, Cebu, Manila, and more. Aomori, Fukuoka, Hanamaki, Izumo, Kitakyushu, Kochi, Kumamoto, and Niigata, Yamagata.
Tourist Info Centres Tourist Information at the Arrivals Lobby, Arrivals Lobby (2F) and Access Plaza (1F). There is an information desk at the airport just beside the arrivals exit.
Official website https://www.centrair.jp/en/ http://www.nagoya-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/

NAGOYA AIRPORTS


Which airport is closest to central Nagoya?

Nagoya Airfield (NKM) is the closer to central Nagoya, it is 6 miles from central Nagoya and takes 7 minutes to the city centre using the fast Meitetsu Komaki train.Chubu Centrair Airport(NGO) is the main airport serving Nagoya and also a first class airport built on an artificial island, it is furthest from the city centre at 22 miles and it takes 29 minutes using airport shuttle/limousine services from the airport.

Distance to Central Nagoya:
Nagoya Airfield:6miles / 10 km
Chubu Centrair Airport:22 miles / 35 km

Nagoya Airfield to Central Nagoya Journey Times:
By Train: 7 minutes
By Bus: 28 minutes
By Taxi: 8 minutes

Chubu Centrair Airport to Central Nagoya Journey Times:
By Train: 37 minutes
By Shuttle: 29 minutes
By Bus: 60 minutes
By Taxi: 50 minutes

What is the best airport to fly into in Nagoya?

Nagoya Airfield(NKM) is the best airport to fly into in Nagoya because it is very close to the city centre and its top attractions just 6 miles from the airport. It good public transport links will get you to the city centre in 7 minutes using the airport rail just outside the airport which can be inconveniencing if you are travelling with a lot of luggage. Nagoya Airfield sees less crowds compared to the main airport NGO, which means less flights delays and queues at the airport and immigration. It is served by Fuji Dream Airlines which handles scheduled domestic flights within the country. It has fast links such as buses and taxis to the city centre and Nagoya Castle.
NGO (Chubu Centrair) is the prmary airport in Nagoya, Japan and is served by top airlines like Lufthansa German Airlines,United Airline, Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways,China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, British Airways,Air France, And many more operate from the airport. It is further from the airport but also has fast transport services to the city centre and its top attractions in 29 minutes using private airport shuttle/limousine services where you get to see Nagoya Castle, and many more. Chubu Centrair Airport has a single terminal with 4 levels which can be daunting for families travelling with children and plenty of luggage. You will experience more queues at security/immigration, more flight delays and crowds at the airport.

Is Nagoya airfield better than NGO?

Nagoya airfield is better due to its close proximity to the city centre, the main attractions with less journey time from the airport. Nagoya airfield is mainly for scheduled domestic travel and it sees less crowds, queues and flights delays compared to Chubu Centrair Airport which handles more people. Because it is closer to central Nagoya, it takes just 7 minutes to travel from the airport to the city centre or Nagoya Castle one of the oldest in the region.

Which airport is closest to top attractions in Nagoya,Japan?

Nagoya airfield is the closest to the attractions in Nagoya like Atsuta Shrine, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens,Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, Nagoya City Science Museum, Hisaya Ōdori Park and more. Nagoya airfield is just 10km to the city centre and takes just away. It takes 7-15 minutes to any of the attractions in central Nagoya.

How much does it cost from Nagoya or Chubu Centrair to Central Nagoya?

From Nagoya Airport by:
Train (Meitetsu Railways):$1-$5 http://www.hyperdia.com/cgi/en/search.html Trains run every 20 minutes daily.

Bus (Aoi Kotsu Corporation):$8 Call 0568-79-6464, Buses run once daily.
Taxi: $30-$40 -http://www.mktaxi-japan.com/accessAvailable 24/7.
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From Chubu Centrair Airport by:
Train (Meitetsu Ltd Exp): $6 - $8http://www.hyperdia.com/cgi/en/search.htmlTrains run every 30 minutes daily.
Shuttle (Tsubame Airport Limousine): $123 http://www.tsubame-taxi.or.jp/en/airport/service.html
Available on demand.
Bus (Centrair): $11-http://www.centrair.jp/en/to_and_from/access/bus.htmlBus run hourly everyday.
Taxi: $120-$160 - Available 24/7.
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How much are Hotels at Nagoya and Chubu Centrair Airports?

Hotel prices can vary greatly depending on how far in advance you book, the demand for rooms, and which hotel you book but the prices below will give you a rough idea and you can do further research and hotel booking at https://www.tripindicator.com/hotel.html

Nagoya Airfield Hotels: From $80per night
Chubu Centrair Airport Hotels: From $127 per night

How much does car hire cost at Nagoya or Chubu Centrair Airports?

All of the airports mentioned offer competitive prices and a range of cars to suit your needs. Prices are based on the type of car, driver age, length of hire, and demand but you can get a rough idea for each airport below.

Nagoya Airfield Car Rental:
Budget Cars: (Nissan March, Mazda 2, etc.) $122.76 per day
Compact Cars: (Hyundai I20, Ford Focus, etc.) $148.25 per day
Compare prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/

Chubu Centrair Airport Car Rental:
Budget Cars: (Nissan March, Mazda 2, etc.) $122.76 per day
Compact Cars: (Hyundai I20, Ford Focus, etc.) $148.25 per day
Compare Prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/

How Many Airports In Nagoya, Japan?

Nagoya has two airports serving the city, the Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) which is the main hub for international travel and Nagoya Airfield (NKM) is a domestic airport also serving the city.

Which Nagoya Airport Has The Best Public Transportation?

The Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) has the best public transportation systemsuch adirect train to the city centre from the airport, buses, shuttle services, taxis, car hire, Speed-boat services to Tsu, private shuttles and more. This makes it easy for travellers to move from Nagoya airport to the city centre as it is well connectedby efficient public transportation.

What Things To Do Near Nagoya Airport?

Centrair Maruwakari Tour, Centrair Sky Deck, Fu no Yu Spas & Wellness, Nagoya Airport Observation Deck, Qualia Lounge, Flight of Dreams Flight Park, Samurai Lab, Noren Chubu International Airport, Segway Guide Tour, Aeon Mall Tokoname, Tokoname City Pottery Footpath and many more.

How Much Is Bus From Airport To City Centre?

The Centrair buses charge $11 to Nagoya city centre in Nagoya, Japan. Buses run every 1hour and take 60 minutes from the airport to the city centre.

What Must-See Attractions In Nagoya?

Nagoya is known for its old historic sites, like the 16th-century castle and the 12th-century ceramics industry in the city. The ceramics industry has become a serious tourist attraction with plenty of factory tours and workshops. Many of the city's must-see historic sites include the Noritake Garden and Ceramics Factory Tour, The Temples of Ōsu, Toyota Techno and Toyota Automobile Museums, Nagoya TV Tower and Hisaya Ōdori Park, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, The Port of Nagoya, The Tokugawa and Nagoya City Art Museums, The Museum Meiji-mura (Meiji Village), Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine and more.

Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) & Nagoya Airfield (NKM) Terminal Maps

For Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/ngo-chubu-centrair-airport-terminal-map.html

For Nagoya Airfield (NKM) Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/nkm-nagoya-airfield-terminal-map.html

 

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