Asahikawa Airport
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About Asahikawa Airport
Asahikawa Airport , is a single-runway regional airport in Hokkaidō, Japan, straddling the cities of Asahikawa and Higashikagura.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
RJECNOTAMs
RJECReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 8,200 ft / 2,499 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | SAPPORO CON | 127.500 MHz |
| TWR | DAISETSU TWR | 118.550 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASAHIKAWA CIVIL CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 29% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39% | -1,575 ft | |
| Feb | 41% | -1,545 ft | |
| Mar | 61% | -871 ft | |
| Apr | 77% | -10 ft | |
| May | 83% | 911 ft | |
| Jun | 79% | 1,462 ft | |
| Jul | 76% | 1,989 ft | |
| Aug | 74% | 1,900 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 1,185 ft | |
| Oct | 75% | 190 ft | |
| Nov | 53% | -685 ft | |
| Dec | 30% | -1,345 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,575–1,989 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Asahikawa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Asahikawa Airport?
The ICAO code for Asahikawa Airport is RJEC, and its IATA code is AKJ.
Where is Asahikawa Airport located?
Asahikawa Airport is medium airport located in Higashikagura, Japan, at an elevation of 721 ft (220 m).
How many runways does Asahikawa Airport have?
Asahikawa Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 8,200 ft / 2,499 m.
Which airlines fly to Asahikawa Airport?
Airlines historically serving Asahikawa Airport include All Nippon Airways, EVA Air, Hokkaido International Airlines, Japan Airlines, TransAsia Airways (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Asahikawa Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Asahikawa Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Asahikawa Airport in?
Asahikawa Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Asahikawa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Asahikawa Airport is approximately 9.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Asahikawa Airport?
The nearest airport to Asahikawa Airport is JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield (RJCA), about 8.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Biei Gliderport and Toma Skypark Gliderport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Asahikawa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.