Flying from Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo is 3 hours 7 minutes.
Ishigaki (the location of Painushima Ishigaki Airport) and Tokyo share the same timezone — UTC+9.
With 31 weekly flights between the two airports, Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most popular route. Japan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from ISG to HND is with Japan Airlines at 19:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from ISG to Tokyo. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo that arrives at Haneda Airport (HND).
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo. Book your ticket with one of these:
For a flight within Japan, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo, make sure your ID is up to date.
ISG is approximately 14 kilometres from central Ishigaki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ISG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport (ISG) to Tokyo
$90 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $181. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ISG to Tokyo.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to HND if you're taking a late flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ISG to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, head for Tokyo in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ISG to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Tokyo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Tokyo and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Painushima Ishigaki Airport to Tokyo.