Airport
Iejima Airport (IEJ)
Iejima Airport is a small regional airport on Ie Island (Iejima) in Okinawa Prefecture, serving as the island's gateway. Travelers reach the island by car ferry from Motobu Port and can continue to Ie Village, nearby beaches and the island's sightseeing spots.
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About Iejima Airport
Iejima Airport is a small regional airport serving Ie Island (Iejima) in Okinawa Prefecture. Opened on July 20, 1975 as a project related to the Okinawa International Ocean Exposition, it features a 1,500-meter runway and a compact terminal.
Located in Ie Village, the airport mainly handles occasional charter and general aviation traffic. Scheduled flights were suspended in February 1977 because of restrictions from nearby U.S. military training airspace and limited demand, so most travelers reach the island by ferry from Motobu Port.
The airport sits in the central part of the island and has a single-story terminal with basic passenger facilities. From Naha, the island is reached by road to Motobu Port followed by a roughly 30-minute ferry crossing, with onward access to Ie Village and the airport.
Despite its small size, the airport remains an important infrastructure asset for Ie Island and supports special flights, emergency access and local aviation needs.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Iejima Airport has a single, compact passenger terminal building. The airport primarily supports occasional charter and general aviation flights, as regular scheduled services are currently suspended.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Iejima Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Iejima Airport to accommodations around Ie Village, Ie Port and other locations on Ie Island.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a private chauffeur by the hour for flexible island travel, sightseeing trips and events around Iejima.
Car Rental
Rent a car on Ie Island for independent travel between Iejima Airport, Ie Port, beaches and local attractions.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Iejima Airport, Ie Port, hotels and event venues on the island.
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