Yakushima Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Yakushima Airport
Yakushima Airport is an airport located on the island of Yakushima in Kumage District, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. It lies by the coast, between the towns of Anbō and Miyanoura.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Yakushima Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: RJFK.
Live weather
RJFKNOTAMs
RJFKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | REMOTE | 118.650 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YAKUSHIMA INFO ZONE | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 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: N (from about 0°), on 13% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79% | -1,007 ft | |
| Feb | 65% | -762 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | -94 ft | |
| Apr | 66% | 383 ft | |
| May | 58% | 858 ft | |
| Jun | 45% | 1,281 ft | |
| Jul | 48% | 1,601 ft | |
| Aug | 59% | 1,727 ft | |
| Sep | 66% | 1,452 ft | |
| Oct | 85% | 693 ft | |
| Nov | 84% | -35 ft | |
| Dec | 81% | -836 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,007–1,727 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yakushima Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Yakushima Airport?
The ICAO code for Yakushima Airport is RJFC, and its IATA code is KUM.
Where is Yakushima Airport located?
Yakushima Airport is medium airport located in Yakushima, Japan, at an elevation of 124 ft (38 m).
How many runways does Yakushima Airport have?
Yakushima Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,921 ft / 1,500 m.
What time zone is Yakushima Airport in?
Yakushima Airport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yakushima Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yakushima Airport is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yakushima Airport?
The nearest airport to Yakushima Airport is New Tanegashima Airport (TNE), about 21.6 nm to the ne, followed by Mageshima Airport and Satsuma Iōjima Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yakushima Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.