Which Private Jet Airport Is Closest to Aman Kyoto? Comparing 4 Airports and Heliports Around Kyoto:【Yao, Kobe, Kansai & Itami】

The closest private jet airport from Aman Kyoto isYao Airport(about 1h by car). If you wish to take a larger aircraft, departure airport will beKobe Airport(about 1h30min by car). By helicopter, the nearest heliport is approximately a 5-minute drive from Aman Kyoto.From Kyoto Takagamine Heliportyou can fly directly to Tokyo Heliport.

We often receive questions from guests staying at Aman Kyoto such as, “I’d like to return to Tokyo by private jet. Which airport would be the most convenient to depart from?”

In fact, there is no airport within Kyoto City itself. This means guests need to choose from four nearby airports. However, the options vary significantly depending on the airport, including whether private jets are accepted and which aircraft types can operate there. In this article, we explain the differences between the four airports in a clear and easy-to-understand way.

Quick Comparison of the 4 Airports Near Kyoto

Listed in order of proximity to Aman Kyoto.

Airport	From Alan Kyoto (by car)	Flight to Haneda Airport	Total Time	Private Jet	Available Aircraft
Yao Airport （RJOY）	Approx. 60 mins	Approx. 60 mins	2 hours	◯（9:00〜19:00）	Mustang、HondaJet
Kobe Airport （RJBE）	Approx. 90 mins	Approx. 70 mins	Approx. 2h40mins	◯	CJ4、Falcon、Sovereign, etc.
Kansai International Airport（RJBB）	Approx. 110 mins	Approx. 65 mins	Approx. 2h55mins	◯	All aircraft
Itami Airport （RJOO）	―	―	―	✕ Not Available	―

Airport Features

Yao Airport: The Closest Option, but with Restrictions on Aircraft Types and Operating Hours

At approximately a 60-minute drive from Aman Kyoto, Yao Airport is the closest airport option. However, due to its relatively short runway, only small private jets such as theCitation MustangandHondaJetcan operate there.Operational hours are 9:00〜19:00,making it unavailable for early-morning or late-night departures.

It is an ideal option for small groups who want to return to Tokyo as quickly as possible during the daytime.

Kobe Airport: The Most Versatile and Well-Balanced Option

It is the second-closest option after Yao Airport, located approximately 90 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto.In addition to the Mustang,CJ4、Falcon、Sovereigncan also operate there.

Recommended for larger groups or guests who prefer to travel in a more spacious and comfortable cabin.

Kansai International Airport: Suitable for All Aircraft Types, but Requires More Time for Procedures

Kansai International Airport can accommodate virtually all types of private jets. However, the departure procedures are more extensive and can take longer. It is also the farthest of the four airports from Aman Kyoto, at approximately 110 minutes by car.

Itami Airport: Private Jets Are Not Available

Although conveniently located near central Osaka, private jet operations are not available at Itami Airport.

By Helicopter: Depart from Kyoto Takagamine Heliport, Just 5 Minutes from Aman Kyoto

If you prefer to travel by helicopter, there is no need to go to an airport. Heliport is located approximately 5 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto.From Kyoto Takagamine HeliporttoTokyo Heliport, we can arrange a direct flight.

Tokyo Heliport is approximately a 20-minute drive from Haneda Airport, making connections to international flights and transfers to hotels in central Tokyo smooth and convenient.

Departure Point	From Alan Kyoto (by car)	Arrival Point	Flight time	Total Time	Aircraft
From Kyoto Takagamine Heliport	Approx. 5 mins	Tokyo Heliport	Approx. 100 mins	Approx. 1h45mins	Agusta109, etc.

*Please note that helicopters cannot land directly at Haneda Airport.

Which Airport Is Best for You?

Preference	Recommended Option
Depart as close to the hotel as possible	Helicopter (Kyoto Takagamine Heliport)
Travel quickly by private jet during the daytime with a small group	Yao Airport (Mustang / HondaJet)
Travel comfortably in a spacious cabin with a larger group	Yao Airport (Mustang / HondaJet)
Depart by private jet early in the morning or late at night	Kobe Airport

How to Travel from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo: Helicopter vs. Private Jet Options

We have summarized the journey from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo by each transportation option.

By Helicopter (Approx. 1 hr 45 min total / Closest departure point to the hotel)

1. 1. Travel approximately 5 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto to Kyoto Takagamine Heliport.
2. 2. Fly directly by helicopter to Tokyo Heliport (approx. 100 minutes).
3. 3. From Tokyo Heliport, it is approximately 20 minutes by car to Haneda Airport, or you can continue directly to your hotel in central Tokyo.

By Private Jet via Yao Airport (Approx. 2 hours total)

1. 1. Travel approximately 60 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto to Yao Airport.
2. 2. Fly to Haneda Airport by Citation Mustang or HondaJet (approx. 60 minutes).

*Please note that Yao Airport operates from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

By Private Jet via Kobe Airport (Approx. 2 hr 40 min total)

1. 1. Travel approximately 90 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto to Kobe Airport.
2. 2. Fly to Haneda Airport aboard your preferred aircraft, such as a CJ4, Falcon, or Citation Sovereign (approx. 70 minutes).

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the fastest way to travel from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo?

A. By helicopter, you can travel from Aman Kyoto to Kyoto Takagamine Heliport in approximately 5 minutes by car, then fly directly to Tokyo Heliport. The total journey takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. By private jet, the fastest option is to travel approximately 60 minutes by car to Yao Airport and fly to Haneda Airport, for a total journey of approximately 2 hours.

Q. Is there an airport in Kyoto that can be used by private jets?

A. There is no airport in Kyoto Prefecture. The closest option is Yao Airport in Osaka Prefecture, followed by Kobe Airport.

Q. Can private jets depart from Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport)?

A. No. Private jet operations are not available at Itami Airport. We recommend Yao Airport, Kobe Airport, or Kansai International Airport instead.

Q. Which aircraft can operate at Yao Airport?

A. Due to the airport’s short runway, only smaller private jets such as the Citation Mustang and HondaJet can operate there. Yao Airport operates from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Q. What is the best option for traveling from Kyoto to Tokyo on a larger aircraft such as a CJ4 or Falcon?

A. We recommend Kobe Airport, which is approximately 90 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto.

Q. Can I travel from Kyoto to Tokyo by helicopter?

A. Yes. You can depart from Kyoto Takagamine Heliport, approximately 5 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto, and fly directly to Tokyo Heliport.

For Travel Agencies and Tour Guides

Below are the key points you can use when advising your clients. We are also happy to assist with arrangements and bookings.

Departure Point	Airport Code	From Alan Kyoto (by car)	Flight to Tokyo	Available Aircraft	Notice
From Kyoto Takagamine Heliport	―	Approx. 5 mins	Approx. 100mins (Tokyo Heliport)	Helicopter	Approximately 20 minutes by car from Tokyo Heliport to Haneda Airport
Yao Airport	RJOY	Approx. 60 mins	Approx. 60mins (Haneda)	Mustang、HondaJet	Operating hour: 9:00~19:00
Kobe Airport	RJBE	Approx. 90 mins	Approx. 70mins (Haneda)	All aircraft	For long range aircraft
Kansai International Airport	RJBB	Approx. 110 mins	Approx. 65mins (Haneda)	All aircraft	Boarding procedures may take additional time
Itami Airport	RJOO	―	―	Not available	―

Not Sure Which Airport to Choose? Feel Free to Contact Us

Simply let us know your preferred departure date and time, number of passengers, and amount of luggage, and we will recommend the most suitable airport and aircraft for your journey. We can also arrange chauffeured transportation from Aman Kyoto to the departure airport.

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