Kobe Airport (UKB)
Kobe, Japan
Overview
Kobe Airport is a city airport built on an artificial island in Osaka Bay, serving the Kobe and Kansai region. It primarily handles domestic flights and has begun adding international charter and regional services.
Terminals
A compact single terminal handles its domestic flights with an efficient layout.
Transport to city center
The Port Liner automated train connects the airport to Sannomiya in central Kobe in about 18 minutes.
Lounges
A small lounge is available for premium passengers.
Travel tips
Take the Port Liner for a quick ride downtown, and use Kobe as a calmer alternative to Osaka's busier airports.
Airport Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available in the terminal.
Security and arrival
For domestic flights checks are quick; international charter passengers go through standard immigration with Visit Japan Web recommended.
Distance to city
8 km / 18 min by train