{"id":11582,"date":"2026-10-06T17:13:52","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ariair.arila.co.jp\/?p=11582"},"modified":"2026-10-06T17:33:54","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:33:54","slug":"%e3%82%a2%e3%83%9e%e3%83%b3%e4%ba%ac%e9%83%bd%e3%81%8b%e3%82%89%e4%b8%80%e7%95%aa%e8%bf%91%e3%81%84%e3%83%97%e3%83%a9%e3%82%a4%e3%83%99%e3%83%bc%e3%83%88%e3%82%b8%e3%82%a7%e3%83%83%e3%83%88%e7%a9%ba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ariair.arila.co.jp\/en\/news\/%e3%82%a2%e3%83%9e%e3%83%b3%e4%ba%ac%e9%83%bd%e3%81%8b%e3%82%89%e4%b8%80%e7%95%aa%e8%bf%91%e3%81%84%e3%83%97%e3%83%a9%e3%82%a4%e3%83%99%e3%83%bc%e3%83%88%e3%82%b8%e3%82%a7%e3%83%83%e3%83%88%e7%a9%ba\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Private Jet Airport Is Closest to Aman Kyoto? Comparing 4 Airports and Heliports Around Kyoto:\u3010Yao, Kobe, Kansai & Itami\u3011"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

We often receive questions from guests staying at Aman Kyoto such as, \u201cI\u2019d like to return to Tokyo by private jet. Which airport would be the most convenient to depart from?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, there is no airport within Kyoto City itself. This means guests need to choose from four nearby airports.\nHowever, the options vary significantly depending on the airport, including whether private jets are accepted and which aircraft types can operate there.\nIn this article, we explain the differences between the four airports in a clear and easy-to-understand way.
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Quick Comparison of the 4 Airports Near Kyoto<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Listed in order of proximity to Aman Kyoto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airport<\/th>From Alan Kyoto (by car)<\/th>Flight to Haneda Airport<\/th>Total Time<\/th>Private Jet<\/th>Available Aircraft<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Yao Airport \uff08RJOY\uff09<\/td>Approx. 60 mins<\/td>Approx. 60 mins<\/td>2 hours<\/td>\u25ef\uff089:00\u301c19:00\uff09<\/td>Mustang\u3001HondaJet<\/td><\/tr>
Kobe Airport \uff08RJBE\uff09<\/td>Approx. 90 mins<\/td>Approx. 70 mins<\/td>Approx. 2h40mins<\/td>\u25ef<\/td>CJ4\u3001Falcon\u3001Sovereign, etc.<\/td><\/tr>
Kansai International Airport\uff08RJBB\uff09<\/td>Approx. 110 mins<\/td>Approx. 65 mins<\/td>Approx. 2h55mins<\/td>\u25ef<\/td>All aircraft<\/td><\/tr>
Itami Airport \uff08RJOO\uff09<\/td>\u2015<\/td>\u2015<\/td>\u2015<\/td>\u2715 Not Available<\/td>\u2015<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Airport Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yao Airport: The Closest Option, but with Restrictions on Aircraft Types and Operating Hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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 Mustang<\/strong>andHondaJet<\/strong>can operate there.Operational hours are 9:00\u301c19:00,<\/strong>making it unavailable for early-morning or late-night departures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is an ideal option for small groups who want to return to Tokyo as quickly as possible during the daytime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kobe Airport: The Most Versatile and Well-Balanced Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is the second-closest option after Yao Airport, located approximately 90 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto.In addition to the Mustang,CJ4\u3001Falcon\u3001Sovereign<\/strong>can also operate there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended for larger groups or guests who prefer to travel in a more spacious and comfortable cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansai International Airport: Suitable for All Aircraft Types, but Requires More Time for Procedures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Itami Airport: Private Jets Are Not Available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although conveniently located near central Osaka, private jet operations are not available at Itami Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Helicopter: Depart from Kyoto Takagamine Heliport, Just 5 Minutes from Aman Kyoto<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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 Heliport<\/strong>toTokyo Heliport<\/strong>, we can arrange a direct flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Departure Point<\/th>From Alan Kyoto (by car)<\/th>Arrival Point<\/th>Flight time<\/th>Total Time<\/th>Aircraft<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
From Kyoto Takagamine Heliport<\/td>Approx. 5 mins<\/td>Tokyo Heliport<\/td>Approx. 100 mins<\/td>Approx. 1h45mins<\/td>Agusta109, etc.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

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Which Airport Is Best for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Preference<\/th>Recommended Option<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Depart as close to the hotel as possible<\/td>Helicopter (Kyoto Takagamine Heliport)<\/td><\/tr>
Travel quickly by private jet during the daytime with a small group<\/td>Yao Airport (Mustang \/ HondaJet)<\/td><\/tr>
Travel comfortably in a spacious cabin with a larger group<\/td>Yao Airport (Mustang \/ HondaJet)<\/td><\/tr>
Depart by private jet early in the morning or late at night<\/td>Kobe Airport<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How to Travel from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo: Helicopter vs. Private Jet Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We have summarized the journey from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo by each transportation option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Helicopter (Approx. 1 hr 45 min total \/ Closest departure point to the hotel)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. 1. Travel approximately 5 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto to Kyoto Takagamine Heliport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. 2. Fly directly by helicopter to Tokyo Heliport (approx. 100 minutes).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  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.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    By Private Jet via Yao Airport (Approx. 2 hours total)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. 1. Travel approximately 60 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto to Yao Airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. 2. Fly to Haneda Airport by Citation Mustang or HondaJet (approx. 60 minutes).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      *Please note that Yao Airport operates from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      By Private Jet via Kobe Airport (Approx. 2 hr 40 min total)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

        Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Q. What is the fastest way to travel from Aman Kyoto to Tokyo?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Q. Is there an airport in Kyoto that can be used by private jets?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        A. There is no airport in Kyoto Prefecture. The closest option is Yao Airport in Osaka Prefecture, followed by Kobe Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Q. Can private jets depart from Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport)?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        A. No. Private jet operations are not available at Itami Airport. We recommend Yao Airport, Kobe Airport, or Kansai International Airport instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Q. Which aircraft can operate at Yao Airport?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        A. Due to the airport\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Q. What is the best option for traveling from Kyoto to Tokyo on a larger aircraft such as a CJ4 or Falcon?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        A. We recommend Kobe Airport, which is approximately 90 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Q. Can I travel from Kyoto to Tokyo by helicopter?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        A. Yes. You can depart from Kyoto Takagamine Heliport, approximately 5 minutes by car from Aman Kyoto, and fly directly to Tokyo Heliport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        For Travel Agencies and Tour Guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Below are the key points you can use when advising your clients. We are also happy to assist with arrangements and bookings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Departure Point<\/th>Airport Code<\/th>From Alan Kyoto (by car)<\/th>Flight to Tokyo<\/th>Available Aircraft<\/th>Notice<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
        From Kyoto Takagamine Heliport<\/td>\u2015<\/td>Approx. 5 mins<\/td>Approx. 100mins (Tokyo Heliport)<\/td>Helicopter<\/td>Approximately 20 minutes by car from Tokyo Heliport to Haneda Airport<\/td><\/tr>
        Yao Airport<\/td>RJOY<\/td>Approx. 60 mins<\/td>Approx. 60mins (Haneda)<\/td>Mustang\u3001HondaJet<\/td>Operating hour: 9:00~19:00<\/td><\/tr>
        Kobe Airport<\/td>RJBE<\/td>Approx. 90 mins<\/td>Approx. 70mins (Haneda)<\/td>All aircraft<\/td>For long range aircraft<\/td><\/tr>
        Kansai International Airport<\/td>RJBB<\/td>Approx. 110 mins<\/td>Approx. 65mins (Haneda)<\/td>All aircraft<\/td>Boarding procedures may take additional time<\/td><\/tr>
        Itami Airport<\/td>RJOO<\/td>\u2015<\/td>\u2015<\/td>Not available<\/td>\u2015<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Not Sure Which Airport to Choose? Feel Free to Contact Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        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.\nWe can also arrange chauffeured transportation from Aman Kyoto to the departure airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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